With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cluster Beans was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Cluster Beans Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityCluster Beans (Cluster Beans)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cluster Beans rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Cluster Beans about 31.5% above the period average, and just 15.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Palakkad 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 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cluster Beans.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cluster Beans prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,877. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 |
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
Farmers comparing Cluster Beans rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cluster Beans was priced at this level in Palakkad Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.