Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Pulpally Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cocoa, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,700 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Cocoa.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cocoa Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,800
- Lowest Price Today₹15,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,700
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCocoa (Cocoa)
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.
At this level, Cocoa is about 4.9% above the period average, sitting just 6.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cocoa prices at Pulpally Market APMC ranged between ₹13,400 and ₹16,700, with the average around ₹14,968. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,400 | ₹16,200 | ₹16,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,600 | ₹15,400 | ₹15,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹14,900 | ₹14,700 | ₹14,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,400 | ₹15,200 | ₹15,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹15,400 | ₹15,200 | ₹15,300 |
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
Selling Cocoa well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pulpally Market APMC led Cocoa on 18 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.