Here's the 05 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Plum was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Balachaur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Balachaur 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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Plum is about 7.1% below the period average, sitting just 18.8% 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
The table below lines up Plum rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balachaur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda Urmur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Shillong APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Jaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Hansi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Balachaur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹5,000 (83.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Plum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Plum prices at Balachaur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Plum stood at Balachaur APMC on 05 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.