In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Chikoos(Sapota), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Chikoos(Sapota) Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityChikoos(Sapota) (Sapota)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 23.7% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Chikoos(Sapota) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 APMC Chattrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Hansi APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Chikoos(Sapota).
A spread of ₹3,000 (60.0%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Chikoos(Sapota) prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,467. 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 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Chikoos(Sapota) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Chikoos(Sapota). 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.