In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put SMY Dharamshala APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Apple is about 31.7% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% 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
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Dharamshala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹12,500 (50.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹14,649. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹19,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Apple, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.