Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 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
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPineapple (Pine Apple)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.0% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Bhawanigarh APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pineapple.
That ₹1,500 (21.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pineapple fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Pineapple prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹8,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹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
The headline Pineapple rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 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.