Pulling together the 20 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Apple was quoted at ₹14,000 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityApple (Kullu Delicious)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 3.2% below the period average — just 41.7% 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
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 20 Jul 2026, so you can see where SMY Palampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 SMY Mehndli APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (20.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,462. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 15 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
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, 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
To wrap up, SMY Palampur APMC logged this Apple rate on 20 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.