In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Long Melon(Kakri) was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Navsari APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Long Melon(Kakri) Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLong Melon(Kakri) (Long Melon (Kakri))
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.
At this level, Long Melon(Kakri) is about 5.8% below the period average, sitting just 41.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Long Melon(Kakri) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thodupuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹5,400 |
| 2 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 4 Navsari APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 5 Bilimora APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 6 Jodhpur (F&V) APMC | ₹1,500 |
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.
That ₹3,900 (260.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Long Melon(Kakri) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Long Melon(Kakri) prices at Navsari APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,857. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
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 Long Melon(Kakri) 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
All told, this is where Long Melon(Kakri) stood at Navsari APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.