From today's trading desk on 17 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹5,180 per quintal in Patran APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Patran APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,180
- Lowest Price Today₹5,180
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,180
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Orange is about 2.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.6% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Patran APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
The ₹10,500 (110.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
054-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 4 days, Orange prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹4,240 and ₹5,430, with the average around ₹5,033. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 | ₹5,280 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,430 | ₹5,430 | ₹5,430 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 | ₹4,240 |
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
The headline Orange rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Orange stood at Patran APMC on 17 Oct 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.