Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Vellore APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
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.
Right now Thondekai is about 20.3% below the period average — just 38.9% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruchengode APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 6 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹1,750 (35.0%) 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, Thondekai prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,450. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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 Thondekai, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Thondekai changed hands at this rate in Vellore APMC on 18 Sep 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.