With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Chavakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Snakeguard, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,800 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Today's rate is about 24.8% above the period average and just 3.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Snakeguard rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chavakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹1,000 (20.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Snakeguard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Snakeguard prices at Chavakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,647. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
For Snakeguard, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Chavakkad Market APMC set the pace for Snakeguard. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.