From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Thrippunithura Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Snakeguard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,200 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
Right now Snakeguard is about 35.5% above the period average — just 28.0% 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
The table below lines up Snakeguard rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thrippunithura Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹1,950 (37.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Snakeguard prices at Thrippunithura Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,312. 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 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
Going to the top Snakeguard market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Snakeguard found its strongest bid at Thrippunithura Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.