There was active trade in Apple across today. At Himachal Pradesh (state average) the average rate was ₹13,018 per quintal and prices were up ₹407 (about 3.2%) versus the previous day. A full last 30 days trend and high-low record are below.
Himachal Pradesh (state average) Auction Report — July 31, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹19,357 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹6,036 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,018 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateHimachal Pradesh
Looking only at the high (₹19,357) isn't enough; the real rate is the average (₹13,018), where most produce sells. Repeated bids near the top reflect market confidence.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
Most of India is in the monsoon season right now. Heavy rain can disrupt transport and reduce mandi arrivals, which may push some commodity prices higher. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Mandi-by-Mandi Comparison in Himachal Pradesh
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| PMY Una APMC | ₹18,000 |
| SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹17,500 |
| PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹16,000 |
| SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹15,000 |
| PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹15,000 |
| SMY Palampur APMC | ₹15,000 |
| PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹15,000 |
| SMY Parwanoo APMC | ₹12,500 |
| SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹12,000 |
| SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹11,000 |
Across these markets, Apple is dearest at PMY Una APMC (₹18,000) and cheapest at SMY Baijnath APMC (₹11,000) — a spread of ₹7,000/quintal (64%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Rates — Daily Breakdown
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2026 | ₹19,357 | ₹6,036 | ₹13,018 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | ₹19,543 | ₹4,963 | ₹12,611 |
| 29 Jul 2026 | ₹21,917 | ₹6,458 | ₹14,719 |
| 28 Jul 2026 | ₹18,773 | ₹6,091 | ₹13,114 |
| 27 Jul 2026 | ₹21,080 | ₹6,644 | ₹13,660 |
| 26 Jul 2026 | ₹18,167 | ₹3,750 | ₹11,750 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | ₹18,105 | ₹8,858 | ₹14,342 |
| 24 Jul 2026 | ₹19,758 | ₹7,458 | ₹13,604 |
| 23 Jul 2026 | ₹19,800 | ₹6,815 | ₹13,463 |
| 22 Jul 2026 | ₹18,325 | ₹8,000 | ₹13,575 |
| 21 Jul 2026 | ₹19,410 | ₹7,958 | ₹13,182 |
| 20 Jul 2026 | ₹19,333 | ₹7,583 | ₹13,896 |
| 19 Jul 2026 | ₹18,600 | ₹3,800 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Jul 2026 | ₹20,684 | ₹9,303 | ₹14,829 |
| 17 Jul 2026 | ₹19,174 | ₹8,435 | ₹13,707 |
| 16 Jul 2026 | ₹21,990 | ₹8,465 | ₹13,840 |
| 15 Jul 2026 | ₹19,618 | ₹7,971 | ₹14,750 |
| 14 Jul 2026 | ₹20,000 | ₹9,575 | ₹14,900 |
| 13 Jul 2026 | ₹18,806 | ₹9,014 | ₹13,525 |
| 12 Jul 2026 | ₹19,000 | ₹5,167 | ₹12,333 |
Advice for Farmers — The Right Selling Decision
Straight advice — today's average is ₹13,018 and the high reached ₹19,357. Add up your cost first. If the margin is fair, release 30-40% today and sell the rest as the trend unfolds.
For Traders and Agents — Market Trend
From a procurement view, today's trade is healthy. A narrow gap between the average (₹13,018) and the max (₹19,357) points to a well-supplied environment. Plan large buys around weather and arrivals at other mandis.