Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) was quoted at ₹42,849 per quintal in Kumta APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kumta APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹45,509
- Lowest Price Today₹34,119
- Average (Modal) Price₹42,849
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityArecanut(Betelnut/Supari) (Chali)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 26.5% above the period average and just 12.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC Leader | ₹50,000 |
| 2 Channagiri APMC | ₹49,169 |
| 3 Shikaripura APMC | ₹46,799 |
| 4 Sirsi APMC | ₹46,281 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹46,100 |
| 6 Kundapura APMC | ₹45,500 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹43,000 |
| 8 Kumta APMC | ₹42,849 |
| 9 Sulya APMC | ₹42,500 |
| 10 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹42,200 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 12 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹39,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹11,000 (28.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) prices at Kumta APMC ranged between ₹6,809 and ₹48,899, with the average around ₹33,874. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹23,629 | ₹8,079 | ₹22,469 |
| 20 Aug | ₹45,509 | ₹34,119 | ₹42,849 |
| 19 Aug | ₹45,199 | ₹36,999 | ₹42,759 |
| 18 Aug | ₹43,917 | ₹43,917 | ₹43,917 |
| 17 Aug | ₹43,560 | ₹41,703 | ₹42,369 |
| 14 Aug | ₹32,099 | ₹17,569 | ₹30,689 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,489 | ₹6,809 | ₹19,689 |
| 11 Aug | ₹43,590 | ₹43,590 | ₹43,590 |
| 10 Aug | ₹21,629 | ₹8,769 | ₹18,359 |
| 07 Aug | ₹31,999 | ₹17,569 | ₹29,749 |
| 06 Aug | ₹32,689 | ₹14,699 | ₹30,649 |
| 05 Aug | ₹33,019 | ₹28,669 | ₹31,659 |
| 04 Aug | ₹41,659 | ₹38,179 | ₹40,359 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,889 | ₹9,869 | ₹20,379 |
| 01 Aug | ₹43,408 | ₹42,189 | ₹42,679 |
| 31 Jul | ₹33,089 | ₹29,299 | ₹31,689 |
| 30 Jul | ₹34,199 | ₹22,699 | ₹31,859 |
| 29 Jul | ₹48,899 | ₹45,699 | ₹46,899 |
| 28 Jul | ₹42,590 | ₹42,590 | ₹42,590 |
| 27 Jul | ₹33,019 | ₹29,099 | ₹31,749 |
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
The headline Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) traded at this rate in Kumta APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.