Pulling together the 12 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Thondekai was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Thondekai markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Thondekai arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Thondekai is about 5.1% below the period average — just 44.0% 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 Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Melapalayam(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.
The ₹2,000 (36.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Going to the top Thondekai market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Thondekai changed hands at this rate in Shimoga APMC on 12 Aug 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.