Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Melaghar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Fish, clocking the day's best rate at ₹36,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
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₹37,000
- Lowest Price Today₹35,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹36,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Rahu(Local))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 8.2% above the period average and just 2.7% 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
Here's how Fish rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melaghar APMC Leader | ₹36,000 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Manubazar APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Pabiacherra APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 8 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Tundla APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Prayagraj APMC | ₹4,020 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Fish.
A spread of ₹32,000 (800.0%) 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 Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹29,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹33,286. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹37,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹31,000 | ₹29,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹37,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹36,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
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
Going to the top Fish market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Aug 2026, Melaghar APMC set the pace for Fish. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.