Reading today's price tape for 21 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. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Orange Rate
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
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOrange (Darjeeling)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 61.9% 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
Here's how Orange rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 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 | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Porbandar APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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 ₹10,000 (71.4%) 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 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 ₹14,828. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Orange on 21 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.