Turning to the 12 Aug 2026 APMC board, Fish was quoted at ₹23,000 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Fish Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Katla(Big))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 15.8% below the period average and just 37.8% 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 Fish rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Boxonagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sonamura APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Melaghar APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Bachaibari APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Boxonagar APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Karanjia APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Ziro APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Pabiacherra APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 10 Kicchha APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Azamgarh APMC | ₹8,094 |
| 12 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹26,000 (433.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Fish matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Fish prices at Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹21,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹27,317. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹37,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,000 |
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
Before carting Fish to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, Boxonagar APMC posted this Fish rate on 12 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.