Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Patiala APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Apple today.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Apple about 19.8% below the period average, and just 44.2% 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
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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vellore 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.
A spread of ₹13,000 (53.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,350. 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 | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,100 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
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
The takeaway: Patiala APMC reported Apple at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.