Across the reporting yards on 20 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. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Orange.
01What's Behind Today's Orange Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 63.0% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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.
At ₹10,000 (71.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Orange matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Orange prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,722. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Mannargudi I(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.