In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Chow Chow was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityChow Chow (Chow Chow)
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.
Today's rate is about 15.3% below the period average and just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Chow Chow rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thirupathur RM APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹750 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Chow Chow matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Chow Chow prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,832. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
The day's best Chow Chow rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Chow Chow rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.