As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Snakeguard was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Snakeguard rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Snakeguard Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySnakeguard (Snakeguard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 28.2% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Balarampuram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pandalam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Neyyatinkara Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Snakeguard.
A spread of ₹800 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Snakeguard prices at Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
The headline Snakeguard rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Snakeguard was priced at this level in Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.