In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Jul 2026, Turmeric was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turmeric Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Jul 2026
- CommodityTurmeric (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Turmeric is about 13.1% below the period average — just 32.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Turmeric rates across active mandis for 23 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Gajanan Krushi Utpanna Bazar (India) Pvt Ltd, Basmat, Dist Hingoli APMC | ₹16,956 |
| 3 Nizamabad APMC | ₹16,580 |
| 4 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹16,572 |
| 5 Hingoli APMC | ₹15,850 |
| 6 Dharampuri APMC | ₹15,449 |
| 7 Karanja APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Lashkar APMC | ₹14,881 |
| 9 Kadapa APMC | ₹14,742 |
| 10 Kesamudram APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 11 Ghaziabad APMC | ₹10,496 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
The ₹11,000 (122.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Turmeric prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹7,700 and ₹13,400, with the average around ₹10,361. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹13,286 | ₹11,150 | ₹12,506 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹11,410 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,060 | ₹8,760 | ₹9,815 |
| 09 Jul | ₹10,200 | ₹10,175 | ₹10,187 |
| 30 Jun | ₹11,650 | ₹8,800 | ₹11,385 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,900 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,611 |
| 28 Jun | ₹11,400 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,214 |
| 26 Jun | ₹10,463 | ₹10,463 | ₹10,463 |
| 18 Jun | ₹13,400 | ₹13,400 | ₹13,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Turmeric rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Varanasi APMC logged this Turmeric rate on 23 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.