In the latest market update for 16 Sep 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Orange markets.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Orange arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Orange is about 23.9% below the period average, sitting just 58.3% 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 16 Sep 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹22,000 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹7,500 (51.7%) 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 ₹10,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹16,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Orange stood at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 16 Sep 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.