With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Snakeguard was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC. This is one of several Snakeguard rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Snakeguard Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Snakeguard rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.5% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
Here's how Snakeguard rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Snakeguard.
That ₹650 (13.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Snakeguard fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Snakeguard prices at Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,140. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Snakeguard yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Snakeguard traded at this rate in Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.