Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Plum markets.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Plum rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Plum is about 18.5% below the period average — just 62.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Plum rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Mumbai- Fruit Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Hansi APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Jaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 PMY Una APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Jalalabad APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Plum.
That ₹5,000 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Plum fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Plum prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹3,679. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ludhiana APMC logged this Plum rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.