In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Vadaseri RM APMC stood at the front of the pack for Kakada, clocking the day's best rate at ₹1,00,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Vadaseri RM APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹90,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,00,000
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Kakada is about 1.2% below the period average — just 16.7% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Kakada.
The ₹80,000 (400.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Kakada prices at Vadaseri RM APMC ranged between ₹80,000 and ₹1,20,000, with the average around ₹1,01,250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,10,000 | ₹1,15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,00,000 | ₹80,000 | ₹90,000 |
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
Before carting Kakada to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Kakada found its strongest bid at Vadaseri RM APMC on 16 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.