In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Long Melon(Kakri), clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Long Melon(Kakri) board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Long Melon(Kakri) Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLong Melon(Kakri) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Long Melon(Kakri) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 132.6% above the period average and just 7.1% 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 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Pullur Periya VFPCK Market APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 5 Kollam Market APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 6 Navsari APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 7 Bilimora APMC | ₹1,200 |
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 ₹11,800 (983.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Long Melon(Kakri) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Long Melon(Kakri) prices at Manjeswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹5,589. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
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
The headline Long Melon(Kakri) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram 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.