From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. See where this sits in the day's Plum range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date17 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 6.2% below the period average — just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Plum rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jalalabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gurdaspur APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Malerkotla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Shahabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Balachaur APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Ludhiana APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,200 (106.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Plum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,394. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
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
Before carting Plum to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Plum changed hands at this rate in Jalalabad APMC on 17 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.