Turmeric price in Kerala today
Daily mandi rates for Turmeric across APMC markets in Kerala, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 14 Jul 2026.
Quick answer
In Kerala, the modal price of Turmeric is about ₹16,291 per quintal (about ₹163/kg) as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹12,770–₹20,370) across 2 markets. That is about 12% above the national modal price of ₹14,610.
Modal₹16,291per quintal
Min₹12,770lowest
Max₹20,370highest
Markets2in Kerala
Turmeric price by market in Kerala
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernakulam | Ernakulam | ₹15,572 | ₹12,770 | ₹18,270 | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Mukkom Market | Kozhikode(Calicut) | ₹17,010 | ₹13,410 | ₹20,370 | 14 Jul 2026 |
Why Turmeric prices vary across Kerala
Harvested Jan–Mar; traded as finger and bulb. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Telangana, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹12,770 to ₹20,370.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Turmeric price in Kerala today?
The modal price of Turmeric in Kerala is around ₹16,291 per quintal as of 14 Jul 2026 (range ₹12,770–₹20,370).
How many markets report Turmeric in Kerala?
2 APMC markets across Kerala currently report Turmeric prices in this dataset.
Is Turmeric cheaper in Kerala than the national average?
The Kerala modal price (₹16,291) is above the all-India modal price of ₹14,610 per quintal.