Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Orange was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Orange is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (17.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹13,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Orange stood at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Aug 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.