As the 18 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Tiruchengode APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,750 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Thondekai board.
01What Put Tiruchengode APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 18.4% above the period average and just 3.6% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Tiruchengode APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruchengode APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 6 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,750 (35.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Thondekai prices at Tiruchengode APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Tiruchengode APMC set the pace for Thondekai. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.