With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Turmeric was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Babrala APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Turmeric rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Turmeric about 9.1% below the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Turmeric rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Babrala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Varanasi APMC Leader | ₹17,800 |
| 2 Babrala APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 3 Ujhani APMC | ₹1,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹16,800 (1,680.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Day Trend
Over the last 2 days, Turmeric prices at Babrala APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,100. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Before carting Turmeric to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Babrala APMC reported Turmeric at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.