In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Grapes was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Grapes yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Grapes Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Grapes arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityGrapes (Annabesahai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Grapes is about 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 28.1% 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
Here's how Grapes rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Naraingarh APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
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 ₹4,250 (39.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Grapes matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Grapes prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹11,070. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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 headline Grapes rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, this was the Grapes rate at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.