In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (Delicious)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Apple about 37.5% below the period average, and just 67.5% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹21,800 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (34.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Apple prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,402. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Apple, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Apple was priced at this level in Kathua (F&V) APMC on 31 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.