With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Turmeric was quoted at ₹16,667 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Turmeric today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,667
- Lowest Price Today₹16,667
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,667
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 29.1% above the period average and just 12.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Turmeric rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lucknow APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Mumbai APMC | ₹21,250 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹16,667 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹16,476 |
| 5 Nizamabad APMC | ₹16,200 |
| 6 Namagiripettai APMC | ₹15,297 |
| 7 Perundurai APMC | ₹15,288 |
| 8 Duggirala APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Kesamudram APMC | ₹14,700 |
| 10 Warangal APMC | ₹14,298 |
| 11 Araku Valley APMC | ₹11,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹13,500 (117.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Turmeric matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Turmeric prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹7,800 and ₹19,048, with the average around ₹12,908. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹16,667 | ₹16,667 | ₹16,667 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,971 | ₹16,971 | ₹16,971 |
| 02 Aug | ₹19,048 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,531 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,190 | ₹13,500 | ₹14,050 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,875 |
| 27 Jul | ₹14,572 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,364 |
| 26 Jul | ₹15,714 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,101 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹17,048 | ₹14,095 | ₹14,844 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,048 | ₹11,905 | ₹14,738 |
| 14 Jul | ₹14,286 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,227 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,921 |
| 12 Jul | ₹15,519 | ₹13,143 | ₹13,956 |
| 11 Jul | ₹14,190 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,138 |
| 10 Jul | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,400 |
| 07 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Jul | ₹16,190 | ₹10,100 | ₹13,117 |
| 03 Jul | ₹12,190 | ₹12,190 | ₹12,190 |
| 01 Jul | ₹16,154 | ₹10,500 | ₹14,402 |
| 29 Jun | ₹15,296 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,321 |
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
For Turmeric, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Turmeric traded at this rate in Lucknow APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.