Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Apple was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Apple Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (Apple)
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.
This puts Apple about 30.2% below the period average, and just 73.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Apple rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Mehndli APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹16,000 (84.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Apple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Apple prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹4,009. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
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
The day's best Apple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
The takeaway: Kotadwara APMC reported Apple at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.