Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Kakada was quoted at ₹47,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Kakada Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹50,000
- Lowest Price Today₹45,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹47,500
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Kakada is about 7.7% above the period average — just 32.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Kakada rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 3 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹45,000 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹27,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Kakada.
That ₹20,500 (74.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Kakada fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Kakada prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹44,095. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹41,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Kakada rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Kakada rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.