From today's trading desk on 30 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 18.7% above the period average — just 30.0% 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 30 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,050 |
| 12 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shimoga APMC logged this Thondekai rate on 30 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.