In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Aug 2026, Mummidivaram APMC stood at the front of the pack for Prawn, clocking the day's best rate at ₹20,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Prawn Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPrawn (Prawn-White Prawn)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 0.0% above the period average and just 9.1% 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Prawn prices at Mummidivaram APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹20,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Prawn rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Mummidivaram APMC set the pace for Prawn. 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.