Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Mukkom Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Orange markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Mukkom Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
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.
Right now Orange is about 43.5% below the period average — just 64.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹6,750 (87.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Mukkom Market APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹22,500, with the average around ₹14,164. 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 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
Before carting Orange to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mukkom Market APMC logged this Orange rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.