Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Gurdaspur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Plum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,200 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Gurdaspur APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 10.0% below the period average and just 17.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Plum prices at Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Aim for the best-paying Plum yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Gurdaspur APMC set the pace for Plum. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.