In the latest market update for 19 Oct 2026, Bantwala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari), clocking the day's best rate at ₹50,600 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹55,000
- Lowest Price Today₹47,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹50,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityArecanut(Betelnut/Supari) (Cqca)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) is about 62.8% above the period average, sitting just 9.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bantwala APMC Leader | ₹50,600 |
| 2 Doddaballapur APMC | ₹48,300 |
| 3 Kundapura APMC | ₹47,000 |
| 4 Kumta APMC | ₹40,329 |
| 5 Honnavar APMC | ₹38,000 |
| 6 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹37,000 |
| 7 Kanpur(Grain) APMC | ₹36,083 |
| 8 Curchorem APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 9 Karkala APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 10 Puttur APMC | ₹29,300 |
| 11 Belthangdi APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 12 Sulya APMC | ₹27,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari).
A spread of ₹23,600 (87.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) prices at Bantwala APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹55,600, with the average around ₹31,087. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹55,000 | ₹47,500 | ₹50,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹25,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹37,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹46,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹24,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹23,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹22,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹38,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹23,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹26,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹35,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹32,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹47,500 | ₹27,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹25,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹26,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Selling Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Bantwala APMC led Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) on 19 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.