In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Apple markets.
01What Put PMY Kather Solan APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Apple about 14.0% below the period average, and just 72.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where PMY Kather Solan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹12,000 (47.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹44,000, with the average around ₹13,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹18,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹12,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: PMY Kather Solan APMC reported Apple at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.