Reading today's price tape for 13 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Pineapple Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Pineapple is about 9.0% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% 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 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Samana APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aluva Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Patran APMC | ₹6,590 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pineapple.
At ₹3,410 (51.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pineapple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pineapple prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹5,413. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pineapple rate at Kottakkal Market APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.