Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Oct 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Turnip, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Turnip Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityTurnip (Turnip)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Turnip is about 6.7% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% 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
Here's how Turnip rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Sulur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Turnip.
A spread of ₹4,750 (126.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Turnip prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,967. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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
Farmers comparing Turnip 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Turnip on 28 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.