Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Kullu Delicious)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 22.7% below the period average and just 54.2% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,222. 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 | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Apple, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.