Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹18,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Orange, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 7.4% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹5,500 (44.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Orange prices at KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,762. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Orange, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Orange. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.