Across the reporting yards on 21 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Apple arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.6% above the period average and just 58.3% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹4,481. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Nov | ₹7,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Apple rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Malerkotla 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.