Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Tube Flower was quoted at ₹61,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Tube Flower Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹62,000
- Lowest Price Today₹60,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹61,000
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTube Flower (Tube Flower)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Tube Flower is about 1.1% below the period average — just 23.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Tube Flower rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹75,000 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹72,500 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹61,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹14,000 (23.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tube Flower matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Tube Flower prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹45,000 and ₹80,000, with the average around ₹61,683. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹62,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹61,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹65,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹62,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹65,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹62,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹55,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹52,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹50,000 | ₹55,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹80,000 | ₹75,000 | ₹77,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹55,000 | ₹57,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹70,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹65,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Tube Flower, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Tube Flower rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.