In the latest market update for 23 Sep 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Plum arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date23 Sep 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 29.0% above the period average — right at 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 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gaddiannaram APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Malerkotla APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Ajmer(F&V) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Plum.
A spread of ₹3,750 (75.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Plum prices at Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
The day's best Plum rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 Malerkotla APMC on 23 Sep 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.