In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Thondekai is about 5.5% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Thondekai rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Thondekai.
A spread of ₹2,600 (48.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,556. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Thondekai stood at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.