Essential Commodity Price Snapshot: Farmers and Consumers Guide to Latest Rates on Rice, Edible Oils, and Spices
Bengaluru: Commodities form the bedrock of India’s agricultural economy, and the latest rate report provides critical pricing insights for farmers and consumers alike. The commodity market saw varied pricing structures across essential food groups, ranging from major grains and pulses to specialized edible oils and spices.Key Grain and Cereal Prices Update
The pricing for staple cereals showed distinct ranges. Fine rice is pegged between ₹5,500 and ₹5,800 per quintal, while medium fine rice trades at ₹5,300 to ₹5,500. Jowar prices are reported between ₹3,200 and ₹3,800 per quintal.Jaggery also saw specific pricing bands; jaggery cubes are quoted at ₹5,700 to ₹5,800, and jaggery balls are priced between ₹4,800 and ₹5,000. Wheat remains a key commodity, priced in the range of ₹3,400 to ₹4,500 per quintal.
Pulse and Legume Market Rates
The pulse segment presented varied pricing for essential dals. Toor Dal is listed between ₹9,600 and ₹12,500 per quintal. Green Gram Dhal is trading in the range of ₹9,900 to ₹11,000, while Black Gram Dhal ranges from ₹9,500 to ₹12,000 per quintal.Bengal Gram Dhal is priced between ₹7,000 and ₹8,000. For oilseed dals, Mustard is quoted between ₹9,500 and ₹11,000 per quintal, and Gingelly is priced between ₹13,500 and ₹14,500.
Spices, Seeds, and Fresh Produce Pricing
Spice and seed commodities showed considerable rate variations. Coriander Seed ranges from ₹11,500 to ₹18,000 per quintal, while Turmeric is listed between ₹15,000 and ₹22,000.Oilseed and spice ranges include Groundnut Seed (₹4,200 to ₹4,500) and Tamarind (₹8,000 to ₹16,000). Garlic is quoted between ₹4,000 and ₹15,000 per quintal, and Ginger is listed between ₹12,000 and ₹18,000. Chili's fine prices are notably high, ranging from ₹45,000 to ₹75,000 per quintal.
Edible Oil and Fat Pricing Report
The edible oil sector provided clarity on various fat sources. Groundnut oil (10 kg) is priced between ₹1,500 and ₹1,600, while Coconut oil (10kg) trades at ₹2,800 to ₹3,500.Gingelly oil rates are reported between ₹2,300 and ₹5,200. For household fats, Ghee (5kg) is stable within the ₹3,200 to ₹3,500 band.
Key Commodities and Vegetable Rates
Other essential commodities included fresh produce and specialized seeds. Onion prices varied significantly by size: Big are ₹1,000 to ₹1,300, Medium are ₹500 to ₹800, and Small units are ₹200 to ₹500. Potato Big UNQ is priced at ₹800 to ₹1,800, and Medium size onions are valued between ₹500 and ₹800.Additionally, the report covered specialty items like Copra, which is listed between ₹12,000 and ₹18,000 per quintal, and Sugar, which is traded between ₹13,500 and ₹14,500 per quintal.
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