Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Zira APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Zira 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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
At this level, Apple is about 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Zira APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (14.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Apple prices at Zira APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹9,200, with the average around ₹8,747. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at Zira APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.