In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Shillong APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityArecanut(Betelnut/Supari) (Other)
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 0.3% below the period average and just 23.1% 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
Here's how Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC THIRTHAHALLI APMC Leader | ₹29,200 |
| 2 Shillong APMC | ₹20,000 |
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 ₹9,200 (46.0%) 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 Shillong APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹20,064. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹25,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹20,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹25,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹20,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shillong APMC posted this Arecanut(Betelnut/Supari) rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.