Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Orange today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 21.0% above the period average and just 5.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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 ₹5,000 (35.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹12,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹15,705. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Orange, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC set the pace for Orange. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.