In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Sep 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 3.9% below the period average and just 12.5% 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 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(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.
The ₹9,000 (64.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹14,568. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 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
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
Net-net, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Orange rate on 12 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.