With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Apple was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Shahaswan APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Apple markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.1% below the period average and just 8.2% 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
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vellore APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 9 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Ladwa APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹4,000 (16.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Shahaswan APMC ranged between ₹8,500 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹9,013. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,700 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Apple, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Apple traded at this rate in Shahaswan 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.