Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Pandalam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Coconut Oil, clocking the day's best rate at ₹28,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Pandalam Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityCoconut Oil (Copra Oil)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.4% below the period average and just 17.6% 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 Coconut Oil rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kannur Market APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Pandalam Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Thalasserry Market APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Coconut Oil.
At ₹2,000 (7.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Coconut Oil matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Coconut Oil prices at Pandalam Market APMC ranged between ₹28,000 and ₹34,000, with the average around ₹31,258. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹31,000 | ₹29,800 | ₹29,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹33,000 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹32,500 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹33,000 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,800 | ₹31,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹31,900 | ₹31,900 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Coconut Oil rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Pandalam Market APMC set the pace for Coconut Oil. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.