Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in APMC/MAC Shopian APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Apple today.
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₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Hdp Gala Group)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Apple about 6.3% below the period average, and just 28.6% 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
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where APMC/MAC Shopian APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
The ₹13,000 (53.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Apple prices at APMC/MAC Shopian APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹10,667. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
Before carting Apple to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Apple was priced at this level in APMC/MAC Shopian APMC on 18 Aug 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.