Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Aug 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹34,600 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Kattappana Market APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹35,000
- Lowest Price Today₹33,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹34,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Apple is about 22.3% above the period average — just 2.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹34,600 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹25,700 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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 ₹9,600 (38.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹17,800 and ₹35,500, with the average around ₹28,281. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹35,500 | ₹32,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹21,500 | ₹18,500 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,500 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹34,500 | ₹33,000 | ₹33,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,500 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹34,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹34,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹34,500 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹34,500 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹34,500 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,500 |
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
Selling Apple well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Apple found its strongest bid at Kattappana Market APMC on 16 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.