Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Cashewnuts was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Palakonda APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cashewnuts Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityCashewnuts (Local(Raw))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cashewnuts rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cashewnuts about 5.4% below the period average, and just 11.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Cashewnuts rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakonda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹1,04,000 |
| 2 Gunpur APMC | ₹26,800 |
| 3 Bantwala APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Palasa APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 7 Palakonda APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Payakaraopeta APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Chodavaram APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Madugula 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.
A spread of ₹94,000 (940.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cashewnuts prices at Palakonda APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹13,500, with the average around ₹12,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Cashewnuts today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palakonda APMC reported Cashewnuts at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.