In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Jack Fruit(Ripe) was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Jack Fruit(Ripe) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityJack Fruit(Ripe) (Jack Fruit)
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, Jack Fruit(Ripe) is about 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Jack Fruit(Ripe) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Thirupathur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Tenkasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹1,950 |
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.
That ₹5,050 (259.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Jack Fruit(Ripe) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Jack Fruit(Ripe) prices at Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,794. 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 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
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
Selling Jack Fruit(Ripe) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Jack Fruit(Ripe) rate at Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.