In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Turnip was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turnip 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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTurnip (Turnip)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Turnip rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Turnip is about 4.2% below the period average, sitting just 45.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Turnip rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Harike APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Turnip.
The ₹4,750 (172.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Turnip prices at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
The day's best Turnip rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Turnip stood at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.