In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Samana APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
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 0.0% above the period average and just 25.9% 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
The table below lines up Apple rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Samana 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 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
At ₹12,500 (50.0%), 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 Samana APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹20,000. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹27,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Jun | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
Going to the top Apple market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Samana APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.