Going by the latest APMC figures for 09 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,300 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Karbuja(Musk Melon), making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) Rate
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 12.2% above the period average and just 8.8% 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
The table below lines up Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates across the markets that reported on 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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 ₹4,550 (165.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,505. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Karbuja(Musk Melon) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 09 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC set the pace for Karbuja(Musk Melon). 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.