In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Chengannur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cluster Beans, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Cluster Beans Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCluster Beans (Cluster Beans)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Cluster Beans is about 9.6% above the period average, sitting just 26.5% 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
The table below lines up Cluster Beans rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 vadakarapathy Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
At ₹2,750 (57.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cluster Beans matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cluster Beans prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹10,200, with the average around ₹6,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
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 Cluster Beans 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Chengannur Market APMC led Cluster Beans on 23 Aug 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.