Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Amla(Nelli Kai) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAmla(Nelli Kai) (Amla)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Amla(Nelli Kai) is about 9.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Amla(Nelli Kai) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Amla(Nelli Kai).
At ₹3,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Amla(Nelli Kai) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Amla(Nelli Kai) prices at Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,782. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Amla(Nelli Kai) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Amla(Nelli Kai) stood at Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.