In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Apple about 17.2% below the period average, and just 29.6% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
That ₹16,000 (84.2%) 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹22,939. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Apple at this level on 16 Oct 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.