Andaman and Nicobar Agriculture FAQ
Common questions about mandis, crops and prices in Andaman and Nicobar.
Which are the major mandis in Andaman and Nicobar?+
Andaman and Nicobar has 3+ APMC mandis tracked on MyVillagers.in. Major yards include: Mayabander Vegetable Market, Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram), Bathubasti Vegetable Market. See the full list with daily rates on the Andaman and Nicobar mandi page.
What are the most traded commodities in Andaman and Nicobar?+
Based on mandi reports, the most-traded commodities in Andaman and Nicobar are:
• Pumpkin — average modal ₹1,500 / Quintal
• Bitter gourd — average modal ₹6,000 / Quintal
• Amaranthus — average modal ₹4,000 / Quintal
• Coriander(Leaves) — average modal ₹6,000 / Quintal
• Green Chilli — average modal ₹45,000 / Quintal
• Pointed gourd(Parval) — average modal ₹15,000 / Quintal
How can I get today's mandi prices for Andaman and Nicobar?+
Use the Andaman and Nicobar mandi page on MyVillagers.in. Prices are refreshed daily from AGMARKNET (official government feed) and supplemented with eNAM live auction data where available. You can also set price alerts in your dashboard.
Does MSP procurement happen in Andaman and Nicobar?+
Yes. The Government of India procures wheat, paddy, pulses and oilseeds at MSP through FCI / NAFED / state agencies during each marketing season. Andaman and Nicobar farmers should register on the state procurement portal and check eligible procurement centres before harvest.
Best buying & selling tips for Andaman and Nicobar traders+
• Track modal-price spreads across mandis in the state — district-to-district variation can exceed 10–15%.
• Buy during peak arrivals (post-harvest), sell during lean months once stocks taper.
• Use the Live Mandi Dashboard to spot price movers each morning.
• Account for transport, mandi fees and commission before quoting.