Going by the latest APMC figures for 03 Sep 2026, SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Apple today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹62,500
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityApple (Royal Delicious)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 12.0% above the period average and just 54.3% 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 03 Sep 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 SMY Kharapather APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹29,200 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Vadavalli(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.
The ₹16,000 (66.7%) 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 ₹10,000 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹35,708. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹70,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Apple, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 03 Sep 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.