Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Broadway market Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Pineapple today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.8% above the period average and just 28.0% short of 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
This table ranks Pineapple rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Mannargudi I(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 Broadway market Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (41.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Pineapple prices at Broadway market Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Jun | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
Selling Pineapple well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Pineapple traded at this rate in Broadway market Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.