As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 3.6% above the period average and just 23.3% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Hansi APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹5,500 (61.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹11,100. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Orange, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Orange rate on 18 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.