Looking at how the yards traded on 31 Jul 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Apple yards.
01What Put Kathua (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityApple (Delicious)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Apple is about 43.1% below the period average, sitting just 57.5% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (12.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹14,929. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at Kathua (F&V) APMC on 31 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.