Based on what the markets reported on 19 Sep 2026, Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Orange, clocking the day's best rate at ₹24,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Orange is about 64.2% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Orange rates across active mandis for 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹9,500 (65.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,617. 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 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Orange, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Orange on 19 Sep 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.