From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹25,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Apple markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (American)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Apple is about 0.6% 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
Here's how Apple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 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 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Apple.
A spread of ₹13,000 (53.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹21,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹24,847. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Apple stood at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.