Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Orange was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Orange range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.0% above the period average and just 41.7% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹7,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,271. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Orange today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC posted this Orange rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.