In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kattappana Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Pineapple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Pineapple is about 8.8% above the period average — just 5.2% 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 04 Aug 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 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pineapple prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹5,055. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,300 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kattappana Market APMC logged this Pineapple rate on 04 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.