In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Guava was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityGuava (Guava Allahabad)
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.
This puts Guava about 0.9% above the period average, and just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Guava rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Bilaspur APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 PMY Una APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 Porbandar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Thuraiyur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹6,000 (75.0%) 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, Guava prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,938. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Guava today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Guava at this level on 20 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.