With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Mananthavady Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Coffee, clocking the day's best rate at ₹22,100 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Coffee Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,100
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,100
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityCoffee (Other)
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.
This puts Coffee about 4.9% above the period average, and just 26.3% 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 Coffee rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mananthavady Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mananthavady Market APMC Leader | ₹22,100 |
| 2 Pulpally Market APMC | ₹21,500 |
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.
That ₹600 (2.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Coffee fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Coffee prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹21,076. 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 | ₹22,100 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹22,100 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹22,800 | ₹22,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,900 | ₹21,800 | ₹21,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,900 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹22,300 | ₹22,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,600 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹22,400 | ₹22,200 | ₹22,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,400 | ₹21,300 | ₹21,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,200 | ₹21,200 | ₹21,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,200 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,700 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹21,600 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,800 | ₹20,600 | ₹20,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,800 | ₹20,600 | ₹20,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,600 | ₹20,600 | ₹20,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,600 | ₹20,500 | ₹20,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,800 | ₹20,600 | ₹20,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹21,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
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 Coffee rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mananthavady Market APMC was the market to beat for Coffee 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.