Going by the latest APMC figures for 04 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,450 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Thondekai about 7.5% below the period average, and just 20.5% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Thondekai.
The ₹1,000 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹4,813. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
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
Farmers comparing Thondekai rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
The takeaway: Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Thondekai at this level on 04 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.