Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹3,125 per quintal in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Apple markets.
01What Put Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,125
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Rizakwadi)
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.
Today's rate is about 29.5% below the period average and just 74.0% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
At ₹12,500 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹4,435. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,125 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,375 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,125 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.