With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Thondekai, making it the day's standout.
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
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.0% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Palanganatham(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.
That ₹1,750 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Thondekai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹6,420. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Thondekai, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.