Ginger(Dry) price in Meghalaya today
Daily mandi rates for Ginger(Dry) across APMC markets in Meghalaya, with min, max and modal prices per quintal. Updated 22 Dec 2009.
Quick answer
In Meghalaya, the modal price of Ginger(Dry) is about ₹2,591 per quintal (about ₹26/kg) as of 22 Dec 2009 (range ₹1,200–₹4,000) across 3 markets. That is about 21% below the national modal price of ₹3,293.
Modal₹2,591per quintal
Min₹1,200lowest
Max₹4,000highest
Markets3in Meghalaya
Ginger(Dry) price by market in Meghalaya
| Market | District | Modal | Min | Max | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jowai | West Jaintia Hills | ₹3,050 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 | 6 May 2009 |
| Nongpoh (R-Bhoi) | Nongpoh (R-Bhoi) | ₹1,933 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,000 | 13 Nov 2009 |
| Shillong | East Khasi Hills | ₹2,669 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,500 | 22 Dec 2009 |
Why Ginger(Dry) prices vary across Meghalaya
Dry ginger (sonth) is cured after the Dec–Feb harvest and stores for months. Local arrivals, transport distance from producing belts (Kerala, Karnataka and the North-East) and variety mix all move the rate between mandis, which is why the range above spans ₹1,200 to ₹4,000.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ginger(Dry) price in Meghalaya today?
The modal price of Ginger(Dry) in Meghalaya is around ₹2,591 per quintal as of 22 Dec 2009 (range ₹1,200–₹4,000).
How many markets report Ginger(Dry) in Meghalaya?
3 APMC markets across Meghalaya currently report Ginger(Dry) prices in this dataset.
Is Ginger(Dry) cheaper in Meghalaya than the national average?
The Meghalaya modal price (₹2,591) is at or below the all-India modal price of ₹3,293 per quintal.