Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Pineapple Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 22.7% below the period average and just 46.7% 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
Here's how Pineapple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (38.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹4,200 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,210. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Pineapple traded at this rate in Jalalabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.