In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Gadarwada (F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
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₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Apple about 4.6% below the period average, and just 13.6% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 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 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
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.
That ₹15,500 (79.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Apple prices at Gadarwada (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹9,955. 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 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
The day's best Apple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Gadarwada (F&V) APMC reported Apple at this level on 19 Oct 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.