Here's the 16 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,600 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Thondekai Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 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.
At this level, Thondekai is about 15.8% above the period average, sitting just 15.2% 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
This table ranks Thondekai rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,600 |
| 2 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Ulundurpettai APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Thondekai.
A spread of ₹850 (17.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Thondekai prices at Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,838. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
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 day's best Thondekai rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Thondekai on 16 Sep 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.