Manarakkad areca nut market follows the oldest trading method, “The Mandi System”.The mandi system refers to a network of physical marketplaces where farmers bring their produce to sell to licensed traders and commission agents. The mandi system has played a significant role in Indian agriculture for decades and continues to be an important part of the lives of millions of farmers.

Arecanut is a major cash crop in Kerala, and the Mannarkkad market is important to the state’s economy. The market provides a platform for farmers to sell their produce at competitive prices and helps ensure a steady supply of areca nuts to consumers.