As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Aug 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. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Pineapple leader.
01What Put Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
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 4.1% 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
Here's how Pineapple rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 SMY Jwalaji APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Jagraon APMC | ₹4,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pineapple.
At ₹4,400 (107.3%), 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 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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 day's best Pineapple rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 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.