Looking at how the yards traded on 24 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Pineapple Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Pineapple rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Pineapple is about 26.7% above the period average — just 7.8% 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
The table below lines up Pineapple rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
That ₹3,700 (63.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,553. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
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
For Pineapple, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palakkad Market APMC logged this Pineapple rate on 24 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.