Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Mannargudi I(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₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Apple is about 34.2% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,500 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
A spread of ₹6,750 (36.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Apple prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹21,272. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Apple yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Apple stood at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.