In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Mushroom was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Mushroom Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMushroom (Mushroom)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Mushroom is about 2.2% below the period average, sitting just 9.1% 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
This table ranks Mushroom rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,250 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mushroom.
At ₹5,000 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mushroom matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Mushroom prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹20,444. 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 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Mushroom yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Mushroom stood at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.