In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Apple today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 23.4% below the period average and just 31.5% 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 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹7,000 (37.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Apple prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹24,167. 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 | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.