In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Pandalam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Coconut Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹31,800 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Coconut Oil today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Pandalam Market APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹33,000
- Lowest Price Today₹31,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹31,800
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCoconut Oil (Copra Oil)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Coconut Oil about 1.4% above the period average, and just 3.6% 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 Coconut Oil rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pandalam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam Market APMC Leader | ₹31,800 |
| 2 Kannur Market APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 3 Kuthuparambu Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thalasserry Market APMC | ₹26,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,200 (19.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Coconut Oil prices at Pandalam Market APMC ranged between ₹30,390 and ₹33,000, with the average around ₹31,356. 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 | ₹33,000 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹31,600 | ₹31,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹32,400 | ₹31,400 | ₹31,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹31,400 | ₹31,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹31,400 | ₹31,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹31,400 | ₹31,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹31,600 | ₹31,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹31,800 | ₹31,500 | ₹31,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹31,200 | ₹31,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹31,400 | ₹31,330 | ₹31,330 |
| 30 Jun | ₹31,421 | ₹31,421 | ₹31,421 |
| 27 Jun | ₹30,390 | ₹30,390 | ₹30,390 |
| 22 Jun | ₹31,513 | ₹31,512 | ₹31,512 |
| 16 Jun | ₹31,030 | ₹31,025 | ₹31,025 |
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 Coconut Oil 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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pandalam Market APMC was the market to beat for Coconut Oil on 18 Aug 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.