As the 23 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Orange was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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
- Date23 Sep 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.
This puts Orange about 36.1% above the period average, and just 8.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹23,175 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Porbandar APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹11,000 (78.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹16,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Orange, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Orange at this level on 23 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.