Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Aug 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
Today's rate is about 45.7% above the period average and just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
A spread of ₹9,500 (70.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹15,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Orange, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Bottom line: on 25 Aug 2026, Orange traded at this rate in Chokkikulam(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.