As fresh arrivals settled on 29 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 Put SMY Mehndli APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹75,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹37,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 57.1% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹13,500 (56.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹35,589. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹70,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 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.