In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Sep 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Apple range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 32.8% below the period average and just 60.0% 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 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kathua (F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
That ₹3,000 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹11,897. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kathua (F&V) APMC posted this Apple rate on 12 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.