Across the reporting yards on 20 Sep 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,350 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.0% below the period average and just 27.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Thondekai rates across the markets that reported on 20 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruchengode APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹1,350 (25.7%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,782. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
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
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Thondekai traded at this rate in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.