In the price report dated 24 Aug 2026, Darjeeling APMC stood at the front of the pack for Squash(Chappal Kadoo), clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,300 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Darjeeling APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommoditySquash(Chappal Kadoo) (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 12.8% below the period average and just 28.1% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Squash(Chappal Kadoo) rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Darjeeling APMC Leader | ₹2,300 |
| 2 Siliguri APMC | ₹1,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Squash(Chappal Kadoo).
A spread of ₹1,000 (76.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Squash(Chappal Kadoo) prices at Darjeeling APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,637. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Squash(Chappal Kadoo), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 24 Aug 2026, Darjeeling APMC set the pace for Squash(Chappal Kadoo). 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.