In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,800 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Karbuja(Musk Melon), making it the day's standout.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Karbuja(Musk Melon) is about 4.1% above the period average — just 15.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Nabha APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
The ₹4,050 (147.3%) 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, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,532. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Karbuja(Musk Melon) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Karbuja(Musk Melon) found its strongest bid at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 12 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.