Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,800 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
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Other)
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.
At this level, Karbuja(Musk Melon) is about 18.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹600 |
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.
That ₹7,200 (1,200.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Karbuja(Musk Melon) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,595. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 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 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, SMY Bhuntar APMC led Karbuja(Musk Melon) on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.