Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Orange was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Orange range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
At this level, Orange is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
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.
At ₹5,500 (44.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹12,477. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Orange rate at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.