As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹4,375 per quintal in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,938
- Lowest Price Today₹4,063
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,375
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
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.
This puts Apple about 13.7% below the period average, and just 63.5% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹15,500 (79.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,250 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,071. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,938 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,375 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,063 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,313 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,375 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,625 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,688 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,938 | ₹4,063 | ₹4,688 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹5,313 | ₹6,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,875 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,188 | ₹5,938 | ₹6,563 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,875 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,375 | ₹3,750 | ₹4,063 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹5,938 | ₹6,563 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,188 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,188 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,875 | ₹6,250 | ₹6,563 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,688 | ₹4,688 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,188 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,688 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,688 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,438 | ₹3,313 | ₹3,438 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,313 | ₹4,375 | ₹4,688 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Apple was priced at this level in Handwara Kupwara (F&V) APMC on 19 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.