Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Porbandar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Porbandar APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Orange is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 16.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Porbandar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹7,000 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Porbandar APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹9,868. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Orange stood at Porbandar APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.