As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Orange was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
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₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 9.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹10,950 |
| 12 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹10,500 |
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.
At ₹9,500 (90.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹13,800, with the average around ₹12,181. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
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
The day's best Orange rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Orange rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.