In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Orange today.
01What Put Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
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 10.9% below the period average and just 21.4% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹5,500 (44.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,347. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
The day's best Orange rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Orange traded at this rate in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.