Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Plum was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Plum today.
01What Put Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPlum (Plum)
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.
Right now Plum is about 6.0% above the period average — just 43.8% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gaddiannaram APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 APMC Pune APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,250 (94.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,245. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Plum today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC logged this Plum rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.