Here's the 21 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Fish was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Boxonagar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Fish markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Boxonagar APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Fish arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Katla(Big))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Fish is about 13.8% below the period average — just 35.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Fish rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melaghar APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 3 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Sonamura APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Masli APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 8 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 10 Gorakhpur APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Najibabad APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Ahirora APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹27,000 (540.0%) 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 Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹21,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹27,848. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Boxonagar APMC logged this Fish rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.