Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 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. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Kakada today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Kakada Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹90,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,00,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Kakada about 1.0% below the period average, and just 16.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Kakada rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹1,00,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹72,000 |
| 3 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹70,000 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹37,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹62,500 (166.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Kakada fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Kakada prices at Vadaseri RM APMC ranged between ₹80,000 and ₹1,20,000, with the average around ₹1,01,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,10,000 | ₹90,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| 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
The day's best Kakada rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Vadaseri RM APMC was the market to beat for Kakada on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.