Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Aug 2026, Chelakkara Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Duster Beans, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,400 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Duster Beans Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityDuster Beans (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Duster Beans rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 46.5% above the period average and just 1.2% 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 Duster Beans rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chelakkara Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chelakkara Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,800 (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, Duster Beans prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,735. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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 Duster Beans 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
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 25 Aug 2026, Chelakkara Market APMC set the pace for Duster Beans. 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.