From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Sopore (Nowpora) (F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Sopore (Nowpora) (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Apple is about 33.1% above the period average, sitting just 62.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
That ₹13,000 (53.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Sopore (Nowpora) (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,350 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹2,104. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Apple today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
All told, this is where Apple stood at Sopore (Nowpora) (F&V) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.