In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Arasikere APMC stood at the front of the pack for Copra, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Copra Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCopra (Milling Copra)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Copra rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.1% above the period average and just 40.9% 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
Here's how Copra rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arasikere APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Hosadurga APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kasargod Market APMC | ₹13,800 |
| 4 Irityy Market APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Davangere APMC | ₹13,275 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Copra.
A spread of ₹6,500 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Copra prices at Arasikere APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹33,000, with the average around ₹17,714. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹31,200 | ₹31,200 | ₹31,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,700 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,900 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹20,400 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹19,600 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,737 | ₹9,737 | ₹9,737 |
| 20 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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 Copra, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Arasikere APMC set the pace for Copra. 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.