In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Beans was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Beans Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 10.4% below the period average and just 45.3% 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
The table below lines up Beans rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,950 |
| 5 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Udumalpet APMC | ₹10,250 |
| 12 Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,500 (15.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Beans fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Beans prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,762. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,600 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
Before carting Beans to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Beans rate on 20 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.