With the 04 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Plum was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Plum Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 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.
This puts Plum about 21.6% below the period average, and just 62.5% 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 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda Urmur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Shillong APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Gurgaon APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Dhuri APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Hansi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Balachaur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Gurdaspur APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹4,000 (57.1%) 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 Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹3,828. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Plum was priced at this level in Ludhiana APMC on 04 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.