Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Kakada was quoted at ₹41,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Kakada Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹42,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹41,000
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Kakada rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Kakada is about 6.8% below the period average — just 41.4% 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
This table ranks Kakada rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹52,500 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹41,000 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
That ₹27,500 (110.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Kakada fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Kakada prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹70,000, with the average around ₹43,984. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 31 Jul | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
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
For Kakada, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Kakada rate on 18 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.