If you're looking for today's Plum price: at Jammu and Kashmir (state average), the average rate was around ₹5,500 per quintal, trading between a high of ₹6,000 and a low of ₹5,000.
Jammu and Kashmir (state average) Auction Report — August 19, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹6,000 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateJammu and Kashmir
₹5,000 to ₹6,000 was today's range, with most trade at ₹5,500. Such a clear range shows both buyers and sellers were active — a lively market.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
This is the Kharif harvest and post-monsoon period. Fresh arrivals rise during these weeks, which can soften prices for surplus commodities. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Plum — Comparison Across the State's Major Mandis
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
Plum Past Trend — Price Record
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug 2026 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug 2026 | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug 2026 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug 2026 | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug 2026 | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Aug 2026 | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aug 2026 | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,750 |
| 08 Aug 2026 | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug 2026 | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug 2026 | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug 2026 | ₹7,250 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,875 |
| 04 Aug 2026 | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 03 Aug 2026 | ₹7,042 | ₹5,167 | ₹6,083 |
| 01 Aug 2026 | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul 2026 | ₹8,250 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,875 |
| 30 Jul 2026 | ₹8,250 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,125 |
| 29 Jul 2026 | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul 2026 | ₹8,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 27 Jul 2026 | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul 2026 | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
Smart Selling — A Farmer's Guide
If you can hold your crop and today's ₹5,500 doesn't satisfy you, don't rush — over the last 30 days the price dipped to ₹3,050 and also climbed to ₹10,500. Patient, staggered selling tends to work better.
Market View for Traders
Commission agents and traders, note — today Plum shows the short-term trend is tilting upward. Volatility is in the 'high risk' band, so buy with some caution and watch the market's direction.