In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Apple was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Manglaur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Apple Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityApple (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Apple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Apple about 25.6% below the period average, and just 65.4% 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 Chala Market APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 11 Rajpura APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹15,750 (81.8%) 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 Manglaur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹6,046. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manglaur 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.