As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Aug 2026, Thondekai was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Thirupathur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Thondekai yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Thondekai Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Thondekai rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Udumalpet 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.
At ₹4,250 (81.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Thondekai matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Thondekai prices at Thirupathur APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹4,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thirupathur APMC reported Thondekai at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.