In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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 9.0% above the period average and just 42.9% 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 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹34,000 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
At ₹9,000 (36.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹18,351. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹25,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC posted this Apple rate on 12 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.