Reading today's price tape for 19 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹5,280 per quintal in Patran APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Orange today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,280
- Lowest Price Today₹5,280
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,280
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Orange is about 3.9% above the period average, sitting just 2.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹5,500 (57.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Orange prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹4,240 and ₹5,430, with the average around ₹5,082. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,430 | ₹5,430 | ₹5,430 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Orange, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Orange stood at Patran APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.