In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Sep 2026, Pulpally Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cocoa, clocking the day's best rate at ₹16,600 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Pulpally Market APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,700
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,600
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityCocoa (Cocoa)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Cocoa is about 10.0% above the period average — just 0.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 ₹15,092. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹15,300 | ₹15,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹15,600 | ₹15,400 | ₹15,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹14,700 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,700 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,600 |
| 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 |
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 Cocoa 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Cocoa found its strongest bid at Pulpally Market APMC on 17 Sep 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.