In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Sirhind APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Sirhind APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
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 2.7% below the period average, and just 40.0% 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 Sirhind 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.
At ₹13,000 (53.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at Sirhind APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹9,250. 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 | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹8,300 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹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
The day's best Apple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Apple was priced at this level in Sirhind 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.