Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Thondekai is about 2.8% above the period average, sitting just 18.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Thondekai rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹1,000 (20.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,768. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
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 Thondekai 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Thondekai stood at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.