Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, SMY Dharamshala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Guava, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,750 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Guava Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityGuava (Guava)
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.
Right now Guava is about 1.3% below the period average — just 27.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Guava rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Dharamshala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Dharamshala APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Tindivanam APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (52.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Guava fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Guava prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,865. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
Before carting Guava to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Guava found its strongest bid at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 22 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.