In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chikoos(Sapota), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Chikoos(Sapota).
01What Put Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityChikoos(Sapota) (Sapota)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Chikoos(Sapota) is about 3.5% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Chikoos(Sapota) rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Tiruchengode APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Chikoos(Sapota).
That ₹1,250 (29.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Chikoos(Sapota) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Chikoos(Sapota) prices at Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,316. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Chikoos(Sapota), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Chikoos(Sapota) on 24 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.