Here's the 01 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Thondekai is about 34.4% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pallavaram(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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (36.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,580. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Before carting Thondekai to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To sum up, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Thondekai on 01 Aug 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.