Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-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 42.7% below the period average, sitting just 65.7% 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
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,200 (45.8%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,188. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Thondekai stood at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 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.