In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Sep 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Orange arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Orange about 6.1% below the period average, and just 11.1% 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 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,000 |
| 2 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(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.
At ₹7,000 (77.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹17,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Orange at this level on 16 Sep 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.