Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Plum was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Gurdaspur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Plum about 9.6% below the period average, and just 17.3% 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
The table below lines up Plum rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gurdaspur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Ajmer(F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Shahabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Malerkotla 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,500 (50.0%) 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 Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,861. 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 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 | ₹6,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gurdaspur 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.