Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Kakada was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Kakada yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Kakada Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Kakada rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 33.6% below the period average and just 66.7% 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 Kakada rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹1,00,000 |
| 2 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹70,000 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹43,000 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹37,500 |
| 7 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹20,000 |
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 ₹80,000 (400.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Kakada prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹30,104. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹37,500 | ₹38,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹33,000 |
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 Kakada, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Kakada rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.