In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Tamarind Fruit, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Tamarind Fruit today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Tamarind Fruit Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityTamarind Fruit (Tamarind Fruit)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.2% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Tamarind Fruit rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,300 |
| 7 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(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.
At ₹3,500 (24.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tamarind Fruit matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Tamarind Fruit prices at KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,478. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tamarind Fruit yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Tamarind Fruit. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.