In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
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.
Today's rate is about 51.7% below the period average and just 77.4% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Chala Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹4,968. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kotadwara APMC posted this Apple rate on 20 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.