As fresh arrivals settled on 15 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹18,900 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Apple markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Kottakkal Market 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₹89,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Apple about 3.0% above the period average, and just 78.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹40,000 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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.
At ₹14,500 (56.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹8,800 and ₹89,000, with the average around ₹18,341. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹89,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹18,300 | ₹18,400 |
| 11 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹19,000 | ₹18,800 | ₹18,900 |
| 25 Jun | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹18,000 | ₹17,800 | ₹17,900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
| 17 Jun | ₹17,500 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,400 |
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
Before carting Apple to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kottakkal Market APMC reported Apple at this level on 15 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.