As the 22 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pineapple was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Chala Market APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pineapple today.
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₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.5% above the period average and just 9.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pineapple rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chala Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ladwa APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Keerampara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pineapple.
At ₹2,200 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pineapple matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Chala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,300 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,691. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
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
Selling Pineapple well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Chala Market APMC posted this Pineapple rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.