Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Apple was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC. See where this sits in the day's Apple range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Apple is about 28.8% below the period average, sitting just 73.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
That ₹13,000 (53.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹11,231. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.