In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Karbhuja)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 68.7% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
This table ranks Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Nabha APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Athur(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.
The ₹6,750 (245.5%) 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 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,630. 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 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu 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.