As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Fish was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Fish yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Fish Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Rahu(Local))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Fish rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Fish about 11.6% below the period average, and just 35.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Fish rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Sirsa APMC | ₹3,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹31,800 (993.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹27,140. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Fish well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Boxonagar APMC reported Fish at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.