Here's the 22 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Orange was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Orange is about 10.3% below the period average — just 21.4% 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Chala Market 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.
At ₹4,000 (32.0%), 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 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,265. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Orange changed hands at this rate in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.