From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Ridgeguard(Tori) was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Lalganj 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₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRidgeguard(Tori) (Ridgeguard(Tori))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Ridgeguard(Tori) is about 44.7% above the period average — just 5.6% 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 Ridgeguard(Tori) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,250 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,650 (25.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Ridgeguard(Tori) prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,175. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
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 headline Ridgeguard(Tori) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Ridgeguard(Tori) changed hands at this rate in Lalganj APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.