On Saturday, July 6, the prices of areca and coconut in Mangaluru were as follows:
Areca Prices:
- Old Supari: Ranged from Rs 34,000 to Rs 46,000 per quintal, with the model price at Rs 38,500.
- New Supari: Varied between Rs 23,000 to Rs 38,000 per quintal, with the model price at Rs 30,500.
- Koka: Priced from Rs 20,000 to Rs 27,500 per quintal, with the model price at Rs 25,000.
Coconut Prices:
- 1st Quality: Priced between Rs 16,000 to Rs 24,000 per thousand coconuts, with the model price at Rs 18,000.
- 2nd Quality: Ranged from Rs 12,000 to Rs 18,000 per thousand coconuts, with the model price at Rs 15,000.
These prices reflect the current market conditions for these agricultural commodities in the region, impacting local farmers and traders alike.