In the latest market update for 13 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put SMY Dharamshala APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 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 34.8% below the period average, sitting just 60.0% 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 Apple rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Hunsur APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (34.2%) 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, Apple prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹12,276. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 Apple 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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 13 Oct 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.