Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Apple arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Delicious)
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.
Today's rate is about 35.6% below the period average and just 57.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
The ₹3,500 (14.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹13,208. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Apple yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kathua (F&V) APMC posted this Apple rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.