In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Apple is about 7.6% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹37,500 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(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 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,158. 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 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
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
To sum up, this was the Apple rate at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.