Based on what the markets reported on 22 Sep 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Orange is about 37.5% above the period average — just 8.3% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Porbandar APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹10,000 (71.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹16,000. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
To wrap up, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Orange rate on 22 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.