Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹5,350 per quintal in Patran APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Orange yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,350
- Lowest Price Today₹5,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
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 Orange is about 4.3% above the period average — just 1.5% 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 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Dhar(F&V) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹5,500 (57.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Orange prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹4,240 and ₹5,430, with the average around ₹5,127. 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 Oct | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,350 |
| 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
The headline Orange rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Orange changed hands at this rate in Patran APMC on 22 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.