Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Mint(Pudina) was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityMint(Pudina) (Mint(Pudina))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Mint(Pudina) is about 6.5% below the period average — just 21.4% 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 Mint(Pudina) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kaveripattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Ariyalur(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mint(Pudina).
The ₹7,500 (125.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Mint(Pudina) prices at Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,883. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Mint(Pudina) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 wrap up, Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Mint(Pudina) rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.