In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Snakeguard was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Snakeguard arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Snakeguard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Snakeguard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Snakeguard is about 11.3% above the period average, sitting just 34.4% 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
Here's how Snakeguard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,250 |
| 2 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,450 (30.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Snakeguard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Snakeguard prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹3,772. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,950 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Snakeguard rate at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.