Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Long Melon(Kakri), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,500 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 Long Melon(Kakri) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLong Melon(Kakri) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Long Melon(Kakri) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 9.7% below the period average and just 40.0% 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
Here's how Long Melon(Kakri) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Piravam Market APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Pullur Periya VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 4 Navsari APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 5 Bilimora APMC | ₹1,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Long Melon(Kakri).
The ₹3,300 (275.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Long Melon(Kakri) prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,981. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Long Melon(Kakri) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Piravam Market APMC set the pace for Long Melon(Kakri). 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.