Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Karbuja(Musk Melon), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Karbuja(Musk Melon) Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityKarbuja(Musk Melon) (Karbhuja)
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Karbuja(Musk Melon) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Hansi APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 APMC Chattrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | ₹1,900 |
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 ₹4,100 (215.8%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Karbuja(Musk Melon) prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹6,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Karbuja(Musk Melon) on 18 Oct 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.