In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Malout APMC. This is one of several Plum rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Plum Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Plum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Plum is about 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 12.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Plum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
At ₹2,500 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Plum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Plum prices at Malout APMC ranged between ₹4,900 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,088. 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 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
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
To sum up, this was the Plum rate at Malout APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.