Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Thondekai leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Thondekai is about 9.2% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarankoil(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 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (33.3%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Thondekai on 18 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.