Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Apple was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Apple about 0.4% below the period average, and just 21.4% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹22,090. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Apple at this level on 18 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.