As the 25 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,800 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Karbuja(Musk Melon) leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date25 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.
This puts Karbuja(Musk Melon) about 29.4% above the period average, and just 2.2% 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
The table below lines up Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates across the markets that reported on 25 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 | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Hansi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Namakkal(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 ₹6,050 (220.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,800. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 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 |
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 Karbuja(Musk Melon) 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Bhuntar APMC was the market to beat for Karbuja(Musk Melon) on 25 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.