In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Apple is about 29.1% below the period average — just 57.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,500 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,500 (34.2%) 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 SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹11,988. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Apple, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Dharamshala APMC logged this Apple rate on 21 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.