Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Pineapple arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
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.
Right now Pineapple is about 8.2% above the period average — just 22.2% 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
This table ranks Pineapple rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,236. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pineapple today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pineapple changed hands at this rate in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 Aug 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.