As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Turnip, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Turnip leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turnip Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityTurnip (Turnip)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Turnip rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Harike APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
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.
That ₹3,750 (100.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Turnip fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Turnip prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 headline Turnip rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Turnip. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.