Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sweet Corn , clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Sweet Corn Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySweet Corn (Sweet Corn )
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sweet Corn is about 2.7% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 Sweet Corn rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,500 (37.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sweet Corn fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Sweet Corn prices at Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,356. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sweet Corn found its strongest bid at Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.