In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹23,500 per quintal in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.7% below the period average and just 16.1% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹13,000 (53.1%) 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 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,926. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
For Apple, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Apple rate on 18 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.