In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, PMY Kullu APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹20,500 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Orange about 51.9% above the period average, and just 2.4% 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
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where PMY Kullu APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Kullu APMC Leader | ₹20,500 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 6 Theni(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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Chala Market APMC | ₹14,000 |
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.
The ₹6,500 (46.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Orange prices at PMY Kullu APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹13,500. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
The headline Orange rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: PMY Kullu APMC was the market to beat for Orange on 05 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.