In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Bikaner (F&V) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Long Melon(Kakri), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,400 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Long Melon(Kakri) Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLong Melon(Kakri) (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 24.0% below the period average and just 52.0% 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
This table ranks Long Melon(Kakri) rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bikaner (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹2,400 |
| 2 Navsari APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 3 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.
At ₹900 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Long Melon(Kakri) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Long Melon(Kakri) prices at Bikaner (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,156. 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 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Bikaner (F&V) 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.