In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Kakada was quoted at ₹47,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Kakada Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹50,000
- Lowest Price Today₹45,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹47,500
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Kakada about 7.9% above the period average, and just 32.1% 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
The table below lines up Kakada rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹52,500 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 4 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹22,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Kakada.
The ₹30,500 (138.6%) 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 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 ₹44,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 31 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
The headline Kakada rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Kakada at this level on 19 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.