In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 38.6% below the period average and just 75.0% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
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.
The ₹12,000 (47.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹40,000, with the average around ₹16,294. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹18,800 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹17,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹39,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹35,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹40,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹25,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC posted this Apple rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.