Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Tamarind Fruit was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tamarind Fruit Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityTamarind Fruit (Tamarind Fruit)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Tamarind Fruit is about 6.0% below the period average — just 35.7% 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 Tamarind Fruit rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Tenakallu APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 4 Kadiri APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 5 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,600 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (24.1%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tamarind Fruit prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹9,578. 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 | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Selling Tamarind Fruit well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tamarind Fruit changed hands at this rate in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.