Reading today's price tape for 25 Aug 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put SMY Mehndli APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹80,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Royal Delicious)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Apple is about 12.5% above the period average — just 54.3% 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 25 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 | ₹40,000 |
| 2 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹16,000 (66.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Mehndli APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹35,542. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹80,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Apple market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Apple found its strongest bid at SMY Mehndli APMC on 25 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.