In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Snakeguard was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Snakeguard markets in the table that follows.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Snakeguard about 4.4% above the period average, and just 13.0% 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
The table below lines up Snakeguard rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thalasserry Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pampady 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.
A spread of ₹1,450 (30.2%) 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, Snakeguard prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,833. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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 Snakeguard rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thalasserry Market APMC reported Snakeguard at this level on 17 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.