In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Kalyanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Fish, clocking the day's best rate at ₹29,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Fish Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹29,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Katla(Big))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Fish about 13.5% above the period average, and just 1.7% 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
The table below lines up Fish rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalyanpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Teliamura APMC | ₹17,700 |
| 4 Kicchha APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹25,500 (637.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Fish matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Fish prices at Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹22,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹26,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹29,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,800 |
| 28 Jun | ₹28,500 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹23,500 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
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
The day's best Fish rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalyanpur APMC was the market to beat for Fish on 20 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.