In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Hansi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chikoos(Sapota), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Hansi APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityChikoos(Sapota) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Chikoos(Sapota) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Chikoos(Sapota) about 0.0% above the period average, and just 10.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Chikoos(Sapota) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hansi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hansi APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Tindivanam APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,450 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,000 (80.0%) 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, Chikoos(Sapota) prices at Hansi APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Selling Chikoos(Sapota) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Hansi APMC was the market to beat for Chikoos(Sapota) on 18 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.