In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Barwala(Hisar) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Plum is about 33.4% below the period average — just 60.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Plum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda Urmur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Jaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 SMY Shatt APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Ludhiana APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹8,000 (266.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Plum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Plum prices at Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹8,261. 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 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
Selling Plum well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Plum changed hands at this rate in Barwala(Hisar) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.