Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Nandigama APMC stood at the front of the pack for Dry Chillies, clocking the day's best rate at ₹22,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Nandigama APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityDry Chillies (Dry Chillies)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Dry Chillies is about 3.2% above the period average — just 2.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Dry Chillies rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nandigama APMC Leader | ₹22,000 |
| 2 Alampur APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (15.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Dry Chillies prices at Nandigama APMC ranged between ₹19,600 and ₹22,600, with the average around ₹21,315. 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 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹21,600 | ₹21,600 | ₹21,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹21,900 | ₹21,900 | ₹21,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,300 | ₹21,300 | ₹21,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹21,300 | ₹21,300 | ₹21,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 | ₹21,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,200 | ₹20,200 | ₹20,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,100 | ₹22,100 | ₹22,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,900 | ₹20,900 | ₹20,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,900 | ₹20,900 | ₹20,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹21,200 | ₹21,200 | ₹21,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,050 | ₹22,050 | ₹22,050 |
| 15 Sep | ₹21,800 | ₹21,800 | ₹21,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹21,800 | ₹21,800 | ₹21,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,500 |
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
The day's best Dry Chillies 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Dry Chillies found its strongest bid at Nandigama APMC on 18 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.