Okra prices reach ₹3,500 per quintal, but fall below ₹1,000 in some mandis! check the complete list

Bhindi Mandi Bhav: Farmers planning to sell okra should check the latest mandi prices for October 16, 2026, before taking their produce to market. Okra mandi prices varied across markets in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh. Indore Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum price at ₹3,500 per quintal, followed by Mandsaur at ₹3,375 and Narmadapuram at ₹2,930 per quintal.

In terms of arrivals, Delhi's Azadpur Market received the largest quantity of okra at 59.5 tonnes, where the maximum price was ₹2,200 per quintal. Ghazipur Market recorded a maximum price of ₹2,600 per quintal. Meanwhile, some Madhya Pradesh markets reported minimum prices below ₹1,000 per quintal.

Here is the complete list of okra prices, arrivals and varieties recorded in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh on October 16.

Okra Mandi Prices Today in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh (October 16, 2026):

Okra Arrivals and Price Comparison:

1. Indore Records the Highest Okra Price at ₹3,500 Per Quintal According to the October 16 mandi data, Indore Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum okra price at ₹3,500 per quintal, with arrivals of 4 tonnes. Mandsaur followed with a maximum price of ₹3,375, while Narmadapuram recorded ₹2,930 per quintal.

2. In Delhi, Ghazipur Market reported a maximum price of ₹2,600 per quintal, compared with ₹2,200 at Azadpur Market. Dewas in Madhya Pradesh also recorded a maximum price of ₹2,600, while Bhopal and Dhamnod reported ₹2,500 per quintal.

3. At the lower end, Deori Market recorded prices ranging from just ₹690 to ₹700 per quintal. Ujjain reported a minimum price of ₹610 and a maximum of ₹2,260 per quintal.

4. These figures show that okra prices differed substantially across markets. The maximum price available in one mandi may be very different from the rates recorded elsewhere.

Which Market Received the Highest Okra Arrivals?

1. Azadpur Market in Delhi topped the list with 59.5 tonnes of okra arrivals on October 16. Ghazipur Market followed with 9.1 tonnes, while Bhopal Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded 9 tonnes.
2. Among other Madhya Pradesh markets, Indore received 4 tonnes, Khandwa recorded 1.5 tonnes, and Dewas, Harda and Mandsaur each reported arrivals of 1.4 tonnes.
3. The lowest arrivals were recorded at Timarni, with just 0.09 tonne, followed by Kailaras at 0.1 tonne and Hatpipliya at 0.14 tonne.
4. Although Azadpur received substantially more okra than the other markets listed, its maximum price was ₹2,200 per quintal, below the rates recorded in Indore and Mandsaur.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Farmers planning to sell okra should check today's mandi prices in nearby markets before deciding where to take their produce. On October 16, Indore recorded the highest maximum price at ₹3,500 per quintal, while Azadpur Market received the largest quantity of okra at 59.5 tonnes and reported a maximum price of ₹2,200.
2. Do not select a mandi based only on its highest quoted price. Consider the quality and freshness of the okra, local demand, arrivals and transportation costs before making a decision.
3. Since okra is a perishable vegetable, farmers should also account for the time and expense involved in transporting it to a distant market. Comparing nearby mandi rates and confirming the latest prices before departure can help them choose a more suitable place to sell.

(FAQs):

1. What was the highest bhindi mandi bhav on October 16, 2026?

Indore Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum price at ₹3,500 per quintal.

2. What was the bhindi price in Delhi today?

Azadpur Market recorded a maximum price of ₹2,200 per quintal, while Ghazipur Market reported ₹2,600 per quintal.

3. Which market received the highest okra arrivals?

Delhi's Azadpur Market received 59.5 tonnes of okra, the highest arrivals among the markets listed.

4. Which Madhya Pradesh market recorded the lowest minimum price?

Ujjain recorded the lowest minimum price at ₹610 per quintal, followed by Deori at ₹690 per quintal.

5. Where can farmers check the latest bhindi mandi bhav?

Farmers can check market-wise prices on Khetivyapar and confirm the latest rates with their local mandi before selling their produce.