Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in APMC Pune APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Orange today.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
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.
Right now Orange is about 13.7% above the period average — just 40.0% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Hansi APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
The ₹5,500 (61.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Orange prices at APMC Pune APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,278. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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 Orange 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, Orange changed hands at this rate in APMC Pune APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.