Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Kakada was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date18 Aug 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 11.9% above the period average, sitting just 47.0% 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
Here's how Kakada rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Kakada.
At ₹27,500 (110.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Kakada matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Kakada prices at Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹50,000, with the average around ₹23,689. 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 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Kakada rate at Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 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.