In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹7,520 per quintal in Raikot APMC. This is one of several Apple rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,520
- Lowest Price Today₹7,520
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,520
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
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 6.9% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹5,950 and ₹7,520, with the average around ₹7,035. 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 | ₹7,520 | ₹7,520 | ₹7,520 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 | ₹7,470 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 | ₹7,450 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,420 | ₹7,420 | ₹7,420 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,390 | ₹7,390 | ₹7,390 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,370 | ₹7,370 | ₹7,370 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 | ₹7,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,320 | ₹7,320 | ₹7,320 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,280 | ₹7,280 | ₹7,280 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,260 | ₹7,260 | ₹7,260 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,210 | ₹7,210 | ₹7,210 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 | ₹7,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,080 | ₹7,080 | ₹7,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 | ₹7,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,060 | ₹7,060 | ₹7,060 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,950 | ₹6,950 | ₹6,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,970 | ₹6,970 | ₹6,970 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,940 | ₹6,940 | ₹6,940 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at Raikot APMC on 18 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.