With the 20 Jul 2026 auctions now in, Orange was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Orange rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Orange about 2.0% above the period average, and just 36.7% 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 20 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 9 Chala Market APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (38.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹9,315. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
The headline Orange rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Orange at this level on 20 Jul 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.