In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Gunpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cashewnuts, clocking the day's best rate at ₹26,800 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Cashewnuts.
01What's Behind Today's Cashewnuts Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹27,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,800
- Reporting Mandis7
- 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.
Right now Cashewnuts is about 6.4% above the period average — just 2.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Cashewnuts rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹26,800 |
| 2 Palasa APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Tuni APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 4 Palakonda APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 Payakaraopeta APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Chodavaram APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Madugula 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.
A spread of ₹16,800 (168.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cashewnuts prices at Gunpur APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹27,400, with the average around ₹25,189. 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 | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹27,040 | ₹26,200 | ₹26,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹27,040 | ₹26,200 | ₹26,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹27,040 | ₹26,200 | ₹26,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,520 | ₹13,100 | ₹13,400 |
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
Going to the top Cashewnuts market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Cashewnuts found its strongest bid at Gunpur APMC on 20 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.