Here's the 19 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — SMY Mehndli APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹35,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹62,500
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹35,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 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 0.6% 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 19 Oct 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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
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 ₹15,500 (79.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at SMY Mehndli APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹87,500, with the average around ₹35,207. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹62,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹37,500 | ₹30,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹38,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹39,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹50,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹72,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹82,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹72,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹77,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹77,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹80,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹62,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹70,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹75,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹37,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Apple yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 19 Oct 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.