In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Thondekai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 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
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityThondekai (Thondekai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Thondekai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Thondekai is about 120.8% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Harur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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 ₹3,600 (66.7%) 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 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,077. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Selling Thondekai well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Thondekai on 24 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.