In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Pineapple was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Ajmer(F&V) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pineapple today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.4% below the period average and just 28.6% 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
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 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹2,000 (30.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Pineapple prices at Ajmer(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,521. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
The headline Pineapple rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ajmer(F&V) APMC posted this Pineapple rate on 17 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.