In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹4,375 per quintal in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹5,313
- Lowest Price Today₹4,063
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Apple is about 14.0% below the period average — just 63.5% 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 Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹16,000 (84.2%) 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 Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,088. 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 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,063 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,313 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,375 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,625 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,688 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,938 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,688 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹5,313 | ₹6,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,875 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,188 | ₹5,938 | ₹6,563 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,875 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,375 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,063 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹5,938 | ₹6,563 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,188 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,188 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,563 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,688 | ₹4,688 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,188 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,688 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,688 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,438 | ₹3,313 | ₹3,438 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,313 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,688 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Apple changed hands at this rate in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.