Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Tanda Urmur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Plum, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Plum, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.5% below the period average and just 15.4% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Plum rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda Urmur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Jaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 SMY Shatt APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Ludhiana APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹8,000 (266.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Plum matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at Tanda Urmur APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹11,173. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Tanda Urmur 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.