In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Kumta APMC stood at the front of the pack for Coconut, clocking the day's best rate at ₹31,629 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Coconut Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹34,507
- Lowest Price Today₹30,281
- Average (Modal) Price₹31,629
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityCoconut (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.6% below the period average and just 22.4% 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
The table below lines up Coconut rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kumta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumta APMC Leader | ₹31,629 |
| 2 Arasikere APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Honnali APMC | ₹28,240 |
| 4 Mangaluru APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Bengaluru APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Sakhigopal APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Mandya APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 8 Channagiri APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 9 Davangere APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Santhesargur APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Hunsur APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Gundlupet APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Coconut.
The ₹13,629 (75.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Coconut prices at Kumta APMC ranged between ₹24,647 and ₹40,739, with the average around ₹33,501. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹34,507 | ₹30,281 | ₹31,629 |
| 24 Sep | ₹39,901 | ₹24,647 | ₹36,830 |
| 12 Sep | ₹33,802 | ₹33,802 | ₹33,802 |
| 04 Sep | ₹35,211 | ₹27,465 | ₹28,169 |
| 03 Sep | ₹39,570 | ₹24,781 | ₹36,901 |
| 27 Aug | ₹40,739 | ₹32,394 | ₹37,042 |
| 25 Aug | ₹35,211 | ₹35,211 | ₹35,211 |
| 20 Aug | ₹40,246 | ₹38,591 | ₹38,943 |
| 12 Aug | ₹35,211 | ₹35,211 | ₹35,211 |
| 10 Aug | ₹28,169 | ₹28,169 | ₹28,169 |
| 06 Aug | ₹40,197 | ₹35,211 | ₹40,035 |
| 31 Jul | ₹32,394 | ₹32,394 | ₹32,394 |
| 30 Jul | ₹39,944 | ₹38,028 | ₹39,014 |
| 23 Jul | ₹38,133 | ₹34,718 | ₹36,197 |
| 16 Jul | ₹37,380 | ₹34,507 | ₹35,680 |
| 14 Jul | ₹33,802 | ₹28,169 | ₹31,690 |
| 09 Jul | ₹34,683 | ₹34,507 | ₹34,577 |
| 02 Jul | ₹26,760 | ₹26,760 | ₹26,760 |
| 25 Jun | ₹30,633 | ₹30,633 | ₹30,633 |
| 18 Jun | ₹28,422 | ₹27,535 | ₹27,879 |
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 Coconut, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Kumta APMC set the pace for Coconut. 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.