As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Shahabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Shahabad APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Plum about 5.1% above the period average, and just 39.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Plum rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gaddiannaram APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 PMY Una APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Malout APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Samana APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Gurdaspur APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Malerkotla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Jalalabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Ajmer(F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Shahabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Udaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Plum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at Shahabad APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,900, with the average around ₹5,710. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,065 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
For Plum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Plum was priced at this level in Shahabad APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.