Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Fish was quoted at ₹23,000 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Sonamura APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,000
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Rahu(Local))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Fish rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Fish is about 17.5% below the period average, sitting just 37.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Fish rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 3 Wokha Town APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Sonamura APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Sirsa APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Jangipura APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹33,000 (1,650.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Fish prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹21,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹27,879. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹37,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 09 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
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
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
All told, this is where Fish stood at Sonamura APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.