In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Kakada was quoted at ₹52,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Kakada Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹55,000
- Lowest Price Today₹50,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹52,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 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.
At this level, Kakada is about 12.5% above the period average, sitting just 41.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Kakada rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 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 Vadaseri RM APMC Leader | ₹69,000 |
| 2 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹52,500 |
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.
The ₹16,500 (31.4%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Kakada prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹90,000, with the average around ₹46,661. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹45,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹42,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹80,000 | ₹70,000 | ₹75,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Kakada today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Kakada rate at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.