Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Orange was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Orange is about 1.2% above the period average — just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mukkom Market APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹3,000 (22.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Orange prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹14,818. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Orange changed hands at this rate in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 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.