As the 13 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Thondekai yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Thondekai about 2.1% below the period average, and just 15.0% 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 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (45.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,339. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Thondekai, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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: Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Thondekai at this level on 13 Oct 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.