In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, APMC Mumbai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cashewnuts, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,20,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Cashewnuts board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cashewnuts Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,50,000
- Lowest Price Today₹90,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,20,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityCashewnuts (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cashewnuts rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.5% above the period average and just 20.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Mumbai APMC Leader | ₹1,20,000 |
| 2 Palasa APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 4 Payakaraopeta APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Madugula APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 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.
The ₹1,10,000 (1,100.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Cashewnuts prices at APMC Mumbai APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹1,50,000, with the average around ₹1,11,667. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,50,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,20,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,50,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,30,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,50,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹1,25,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹90,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹85,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,40,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,10,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,45,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,45,000 | ₹85,000 | ₹1,15,000 |
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
The headline Cashewnuts rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, APMC Mumbai 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.