Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Gunpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,420
- Lowest Price Today₹4,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Pineapple about 2.0% below the period average, and just 57.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Pineapple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pineapple.
At ₹3,700 (63.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pineapple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Gunpur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,338. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,420 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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 headline Pineapple rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pineapple was priced at this level in Gunpur APMC on 24 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.