In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Snakeguard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Snakeguard today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Snakeguard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Snakeguard is about 11.1% above the period average — just 18.8% 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 Snakeguard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹1,750 (36.8%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Snakeguard prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Snakeguard today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Snakeguard found its strongest bid at Vadakkenchery Market APMC on 20 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.