Looking at how the yards traded on 13 Aug 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹37,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹60,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹37,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Royal Delicious)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Apple is about 9.5% above the period average — just 57.1% 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 13 Aug 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 | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 8 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
At ₹13,000 (53.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at SMY Mehndli APMC ranged between ₹12,500 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹34,258. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹68,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹50,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹80,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹40,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹53,333 | ₹56,667 |
| 06 Aug | ₹80,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹40,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹60,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹57,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹35,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹75,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹87,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹50,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹75,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹60,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹30,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹22,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹65,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹35,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹27,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹45,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹50,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹80,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹37,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹16,000 |
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
Selling Apple well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Apple found its strongest bid at SMY Mehndli APMC on 13 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.