In the price report dated 21 Jul 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹35,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Apple, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹65,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹35,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityApple (Royal Delicious)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.4% above the period average and just 60.0% 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
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 21 Jul 2026, so you can see where SMY Mehndli APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Myladi(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
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 ₹10,000 (40.0%) 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 Mehndli APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹34,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹62,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹37,500 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹39,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹72,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹82,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹72,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹77,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹77,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹80,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹70,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
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
The day's best Apple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 21 Jul 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC set the pace for Apple. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.