In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Thiruchengodu RM APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Corn , clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,250 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Corn Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Corn (Sweet Corn )
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.
This puts Sweet Corn about 1.0% above the period average, and just 4.5% 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 Sweet Corn rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thiruchengodu RM APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thiruchengodu RM APMC Leader | ₹5,250 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sweet Corn .
The ₹1,250 (31.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Sweet Corn prices at Thiruchengodu RM APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹5,200. 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 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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 day's best Sweet Corn rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thiruchengodu RM APMC was the market to beat for Sweet Corn on 17 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.