Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Jul 2026, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pineapple, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pineapple Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
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 5.1% above the period average and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Pineapple rates across the markets that reported on 24 Jul 2026, so you can see where Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 (41.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pineapple prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,085. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Jul 2026, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Pineapple. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.