Turning to the 16 Aug 2026 APMC board, Tamarind Fruit was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Tamarind Fruit yards.
01What's Behind Today's Tamarind Fruit Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityTamarind Fruit (Tamarind Fruit)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Tamarind Fruit about 8.2% above the period average, and right at 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 Tamarind Fruit rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,000 |
| 2 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (18.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tamarind Fruit prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹13,857. 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 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Tamarind Fruit, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC reported Tamarind Fruit at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.