In the latest market update for 19 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Orange arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Orange is about 17.4% below the period average — just 50.0% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
The ₹5,500 (57.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹15,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Orange changed hands at this rate in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Oct 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.