From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Kakada was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityKakada (Kakada)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Kakada is about 33.8% below the period average — just 63.3% 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
Here's how Kakada rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 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 | ₹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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹30,500 (138.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Kakada matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Kakada prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹33,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹60,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹50,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹38,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹38,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹38,000 | ₹38,000 | ₹38,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Kakada, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Kakada rate on 19 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.