Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Apple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹30,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Apple.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹30,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
At this level, Apple is about 11.6% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
That ₹5,000 (20.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Apple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹26,877. 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 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹29,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
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
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
To sum up, Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Apple on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.