In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Parakkodu Market APMC. This is one of several Pineapple rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 4-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pineapple is about 11.1% above the period average — just 20.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ahilyanagar APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Samana APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (30.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
054-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 4 days, Pineapple prices at Parakkodu Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,800 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pineapple changed hands at this rate in Parakkodu Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.