With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Mint(Pudina) was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMint(Pudina) (Mint(Pudina))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Mint(Pudina) about 7.8% above the period average, and just 7.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Mint(Pudina) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (34.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mint(Pudina) prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,681. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Mint(Pudina), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Mint(Pudina) at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.