In the mandi rate roundup for 29 Aug 2026, Melaghar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Fish, clocking the day's best rate at ₹34,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Fish leader.
01What's Behind Today's Fish Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹35,000
- Lowest Price Today₹33,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹34,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityFish (Rahu(Local))
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 2.3% above the period average, and just 8.1% 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
The table below lines up Fish rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Melaghar APMC Leader | ₹34,000 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Sonamura APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Pabiacherra APMC | ₹14,400 |
| 6 Fish,Poultry & Egg Market, Gazipur APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 7 Jhansi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dudhi APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Atarra APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Pukharayan APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Rudauli APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Fish.
The ₹28,000 (466.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹33,239. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Fish, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melaghar APMC was the market to beat for Fish on 29 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.