In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mashrooms, clocking the day's best rate at ₹30,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Mashrooms today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Mashrooms Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹30,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMashrooms (Mashrooms)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.4% 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
This table ranks Mashrooms rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 12 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
At ₹7,000 (30.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mashrooms matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mashrooms prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹28,468. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
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
The day's best Mashrooms 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
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 17 Aug 2026, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Mashrooms. 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.