In the mandi rate roundup for 22 Oct 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹14,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Orange about 3.7% below the period average, and just 39.6% 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 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹7,000 (87.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹15,061. 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 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹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
The day's best Orange rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 a nutshell, Orange was priced at this level in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.