In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 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.
This puts Orange about 3.5% above the period average, and just 3.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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 (39.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange 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, Orange prices at Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹13,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
Selling Orange well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Orange at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.