Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Pulpally Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Cocoa, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,700 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Cocoa, making it the day's standout.
01What Put Pulpally Market APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,800
- Lowest Price Today₹15,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,700
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityCocoa (Cocoa)
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.
This puts Cocoa about 3.9% above the period average, and just 6.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 ₹15,104. 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 Sep | ₹15,800 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,700 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Cocoa, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Pulpally Market APMC was the market to beat for Cocoa on 18 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.