In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Ridgeguard(Tori) was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Dharapuram(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₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityRidgeguard(Tori) (Ridgeguard(Tori))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Ridgeguard(Tori) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Ridgeguard(Tori) about 6.5% below the period average, and just 19.2% 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
Here's how Ridgeguard(Tori) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,250 (19.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ridgeguard(Tori) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ridgeguard(Tori) prices at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,613. 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 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Ridgeguard(Tori), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Ridgeguard(Tori) 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.