As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Sunguvarchatram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Thondekai markets.
01What Put Sunguvarchatram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
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.
This puts Thondekai about 11.7% below the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 4 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (36.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Thondekai prices at Sunguvarchatram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,964. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
The headline Thondekai rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Thondekai was priced at this level in Sunguvarchatram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.