Turmeric price in West Bengal today
Daily mandi rates for Turmeric across APMC markets in West Bengal, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 18 Oct 2017.
Quick answer
In West Bengal, the modal price of Turmeric is about ₹7,572 per quintal (about ₹76/kg) as of 18 Oct 2017 (range ₹6,000–₹9,600) across 2 markets. That is about 13% below the national modal price of ₹8,700.
Modal₹7,572per quintal
Min₹6,000lowest
Max₹9,600highest
Markets2in West Bengal
Turmeric price by market in West Bengal
Why Turmeric prices vary across West Bengal
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 ₹6,000 to ₹9,600.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Turmeric price in West Bengal today?
The modal price of Turmeric in West Bengal is around ₹7,572 per quintal as of 18 Oct 2017 (range ₹6,000–₹9,600).
How many markets report Turmeric in West Bengal?
2 APMC markets across West Bengal currently report Turmeric prices in this dataset.
Is Turmeric cheaper in West Bengal than the national average?
The West Bengal modal price (₹7,572) is at or below the all-India modal price of ₹8,700 per quintal.