With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cluster Beans was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Cluster Beans markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cluster Beans Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCluster Beans (Cluster Beans)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.7% below the period average and just 27.8% 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 Cluster Beans rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹6,250 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Parassala Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,850 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,500 (31.6%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cluster Beans prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,307. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
For Cluster Beans, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Cluster Beans traded at this rate in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.