With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Orange was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Orange about 17.4% below the period average, and just 50.0% 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹6,000 (66.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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
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 a nutshell, Orange was priced at this level in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.