In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Aug 2026, Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Thondekai.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Thondekai about 20.7% above the period average, and right at 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
At ₹1,000 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,973. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Thondekai, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Thondekai on 29 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.