Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Palasa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cashewnuts, clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Palasa APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityCashewnuts (320 Counts)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Cashewnuts rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Cashewnuts is about 1.6% above the period average, sitting just 6.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cashewnuts rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palasa APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 3 Payakaraopeta APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Madugula APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chodavaram APMC | ₹10,000 |
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.
That ₹4,000 (40.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cashewnuts fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cashewnuts prices at Palasa APMC ranged between ₹150 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹13,778. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
Selling Cashewnuts well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palasa APMC led Cashewnuts on 17 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.