In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Fish was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Fish yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Fish Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 14.4% below the period average and just 35.1% 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
This table ranks Fish rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Boxonagar APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Sonamura APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 Karanjia APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Teliamura APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 6 Masli APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 7 Diamond Harbour(South 24-pgs) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Mummidivaram APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 9 Lucknow APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Auraiya APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sitapur APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Varanasi APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹29,000 (725.0%) 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 ₹28,029. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹33,000 | ₹31,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 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 |
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 headline Fish rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Fish traded at this rate in Sonamura APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.