As the 21 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Orange was quoted at ₹11,100 per quintal in Tiphra APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,200
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Orange)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Orange about 42.0% above the period average, and just 27.0% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹14,500 |
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.
At ₹6,500 (44.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Tiphra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹15,200, with the average around ₹7,816. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Orange today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tiphra APMC reported Orange at this level on 21 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.