With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹21,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
This puts Orange about 30.2% above the period average, and just 8.7% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
That ₹7,500 (55.6%) 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 SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹12,500 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹16,133. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Orange rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Bhuntar APMC was the market to beat for Orange on 19 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.