Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Palasa APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cashewnuts, clocking the day's best rate at ₹14,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cashewnuts Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityCashewnuts (320 Counts)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.6% above the period average and just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Cashewnuts rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palasa APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (7.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cashewnuts fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cashewnuts prices at Palasa APMC ranged between ₹150 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹13,782. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 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 |
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 Cashewnuts, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Palasa APMC set the pace for Cashewnuts. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.