As the 31 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Orange was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Orange about 7.6% below the period average, and just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 9 Porbandar APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹12,000 (85.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Orange fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹15,158. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 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
For Orange, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In a nutshell, Orange was priced at this level in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.