In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, 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. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 17.8% above the period average and just 2.5% 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 17 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 | ₹7,800 |
| 2 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹4,885 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Karbuja(Musk Melon).
The ₹5,000 (178.6%) 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 ₹6,622. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Karbuja(Musk Melon) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 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.