Across the reporting yards on 18 Oct 2026, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Grapes, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Grapes Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityGrapes (Annabesahai)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Grapes about 5.2% above the period average, and just 37.5% 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
The table below lines up Grapes rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Grapes.
The ₹4,250 (39.5%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Grapes prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,256. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
Going to the top Grapes market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Grapes on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.