In the latest market update for 21 Aug 2026, Plum was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Plum yards.
01What's Behind Today's Plum Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPlum (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Plum is about 27.5% above the period average — just 6.7% 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
The table below lines up Plum rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Malerkotla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tanda Urmur APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Mumbai- Fruit Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Firozepur City APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Sangrur APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Jaipur (F&V) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Gaddiannaram APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Malerkotla APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹6,875 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Ajmer(F&V) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 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.
The ₹6,000 (120.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Plum prices at Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,491. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
For Plum, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Plum changed hands at this rate in Malerkotla APMC on 21 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.