Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Pineapple was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Patiala APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Pineapple yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
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.
Right now Pineapple is about 93.2% above the period average — just 4.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pineapple rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Patiala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Patran APMC | ₹7,280 |
| 10 Bhawanigarh APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,300 (18.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹3,727. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Pineapple yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In short, Pineapple changed hands at this rate in Patiala APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.