In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in PMY Una APMC. See where this sits in the day's Plum range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Plum Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Plum)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Plum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Plum about 2.0% above the period average, and just 53.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Plum rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gaddiannaram APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 PMY Una APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Gurdaspur APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Malerkotla APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Jalalabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Ajmer(F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Shahabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Udaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹4,662 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹4,600 |
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.
That ₹2,900 (63.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Plum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at PMY Una APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹7,352. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: PMY Una APMC reported Plum at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.