From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 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 Put Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Orange is about 4.3% below the period average — just 22.2% 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
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 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 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Gondal(Veg.market Gondal) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Hansi APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹5,500 (61.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹14,633. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 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 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Orange today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Orange rate on 18 Oct 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.