In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 2.6% below the period average and just 12.5% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
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.
The ₹5,000 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹21,550. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
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
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 16 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Hasthampatti(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.