In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC. This is one of several Apple rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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 15.7% below the period average and just 57.1% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹16,000 (84.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹17,787. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
Going to the top Apple market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC posted this Apple rate on 16 Oct 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.