# Onam demand pushes coconut oil prices to Rs 260/kg 2026-08-13T00:41:24+00:00 | Business & Economy | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Coconut oil wholesale prices have risen to Rs 260 a kg in Kerala, driven by Onam festival demand after months of subdued rates. Copra prices also climbed to Rs 168 per kg in the state, while Tamil Nadu rates are slightly lower at Rs 242 and Rs 163 respectively. Traders allege vested interests in a neighbouring state artificially inflated prices by hoarding copra stocks despite adequate supply. However, procurement agencies have withdrawn from purchases, forcing millers to moderate rates. Improved arrivals and better crop yields after last year's pest attacks are expected to cap further sharp increases, according to industry consultants. ## Coverage - thehindubusinessline.com Tags: coconut oil, copra stocks, inflation, Kerala, Onam, prices Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/onam-demand-pushes-coconut-oil-prices-to-rs-260-kg/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/onam-demand-pushes-coconut-oil-prices-to-rs-260-kg/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.