In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Beans was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Beans yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Beans Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBeans (Beans (Whole))
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.
Right now Beans is about 13.7% above the period average — just 20.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Beans rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 9 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,950 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Beans.
A spread of ₹2,550 (23.3%) 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, Beans prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,352. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Beans yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Beans rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.