Okra market prices surge: hoshangabad records ₹3,310 per quintal, check complete market report

Okra prices showed a significant variation across markets on August 26, 2026. Hoshangabad Market recorded the highest maximum price of ₹3,310 per quintal, while Indore Market received the highest arrivals at 36 tonnes, but its maximum price remained at ₹2,500 per quintal. The difference shows that higher arrivals do not necessarily result in the highest market price.

Several other markets, including Pipariya, Ratlam and Burhanpur, also recorded relatively strong prices ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹2,500 per quintal. At the same time, some markets reported minimum prices as low as ₹400–₹600 per quintal.

The latest mandi data indicates that arrivals, produce quality and local demand are important factors behind the variation in okra prices. Farmers preparing to sell their crop should therefore compare prices and arrivals across markets before deciding where to sell.

Okra Market Prices and Arrivals on (August 26, 2026):

Arrival and Price Comparison:

Hoshangabad recorded the highest maximum okra price at ₹3,310 per quintal, with arrivals of only 1.20 tonnes. In contrast, Indore recorded the highest arrivals at 36 tonnes, but its maximum price was ₹2,500 per quintal.

Lashkar recorded 5.8 tonnes of arrivals, but prices remained between just ₹400 and ₹600 per quintal. Dhamnod received 4.7 tonnes and recorded prices of ₹1,000–₹1,500, while Mandsaur recorded 2 tonnes with prices reaching ₹2,000 per quintal.

Some markets with relatively low arrivals also reported better prices. Pipariya recorded 1 tonne of arrivals and a maximum price of ₹2,200 per quintal. Burhanpur recorded 1.60 tonnes and reached ₹2,000, while Ratlam recorded 1.60 tonnes with a maximum price of ₹2,500 per quintal.

The figures show that the highest arrivals were not necessarily associated with the highest prices. Market-wise demand, arrivals and the quality of okra all contributed to the wide variation in rates.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Compare the latest okra prices and arrivals in nearby markets before selling your produce.
2. Do not assume that a market with higher arrivals will always offer the highest price.
3. If another market is offering a better rate, consider transportation costs before sending your produce there.
4. Take the quality and freshness of okra into account while comparing prices.
5. Check both the minimum and maximum market rates to get a clearer picture before making a selling decision.

FAQs:

1. What is the highest okra price today?

On August 26, 2026, Hoshangabad Market recorded the highest maximum okra price of ₹3,310 per quintal.

2. Which market recorded the highest okra arrivals?

Indore Market recorded the highest arrivals at 36 tonnes.

3. What was the okra price in Indore Market?

Indore Market recorded a minimum price of ₹600 and a maximum price of ₹2,500 per quintal.

4. Which markets recorded good okra prices?

Hoshangabad, Indore, Ratlam, Pipariya and Burhanpur recorded relatively strong maximum prices, ranging from ₹2,000 to ₹3,310 per quintal.

5. Should farmers sell okra in a market with higher arrivals?

Not necessarily. Farmers should compare the okra market prices, arrivals, quality requirements and transportation costs before deciding where to sell their produce.