As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹25,500 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Apple today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 8.9% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 4 Ladwa APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (34.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Apple prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,917. 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 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
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
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 Oct 2026, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Apple. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.