As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹16,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Orange leader.
01What Put Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 13.1% above the period average and just 13.2% 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Nanganallur(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.
That ₹2,500 (17.9%) 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹14,591. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Selling Orange well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 20 Aug 2026, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Orange. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.