Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Jul 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityApple (Kullu Delicious)
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.
Right now Apple is about 3.9% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 18 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹33,500 |
| 2 SMY Mehndli APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 5 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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 ₹8,000 (31.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,439. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Palampur APMC logged this Apple rate on 18 Jul 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.