In the latest market update for 19 Oct 2026, Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 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 3.5% below 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
The table below lines up Orange rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Orange.
That ₹6,500 (76.5%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹15,539. 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 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹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
The day's best Orange rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Orange on 19 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.