As the 20 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Karbuja(Musk Melon) was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Karbhuja)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 32.0% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,750 (84.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,356. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Karbuja(Musk Melon) rate on 20 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.