In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Snakeguard was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Vedasanthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Snakeguard)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Snakeguard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Snakeguard is about 11.2% above the period average — just 20.0% 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
This table ranks Snakeguard rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampuram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pandalam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
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 ₹800 (15.4%) 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, Snakeguard prices at Vedasanthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,158. 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 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Snakeguard 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vedasanthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Snakeguard rate on 18 Aug 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.