With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Baby Corn, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Baby Corn Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBaby Corn (Baby Corn)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 23.2% above the period average and just 33.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Baby Corn rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Manawar(F&V) APMC | ₹700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Baby Corn.
A spread of ₹3,300 (471.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Baby Corn prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,246. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Baby Corn rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Baby Corn. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.