Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Mukkom Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Pineapple is about 5.3% below the period average, sitting just 28.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Hasthampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Hansi APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,750 (78.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Mukkom Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,922. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,700 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
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 day's best Pineapple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Pineapple stood at Mukkom Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.