In the latest market update for 22 Aug 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹35,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
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
- Date22 Aug 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.
Right now Apple is about 1.1% below the period average — just 60.0% 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 22 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 | ₹35,000 |
| 2 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
The ₹10,000 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Mehndli APMC ranged between ₹12,500 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹35,377. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹65,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹35,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹77,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹80,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹45,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹82,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹40,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹37,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Apple, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Apple found its strongest bid at SMY Mehndli APMC on 22 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.