In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Kalimpong APMC stood at the front of the pack for Squash(Chappal Kadoo), clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,100 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Squash(Chappal Kadoo) Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommoditySquash(Chappal Kadoo) (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.
At this level, Squash(Chappal Kadoo) is about 25.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Squash(Chappal Kadoo) rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalimpong APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalimpong APMC Leader | ₹4,100 |
| 2 Kohima APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Darjeeling APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 4 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 6 Siliguri APMC | ₹1,300 |
| 7 Shillong APMC | ₹1,050 |
| 8 Phillaur(Apra Mandi) APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 9 Malerkotla APMC | ₹800 |
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).
At ₹3,300 (412.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Squash(Chappal Kadoo) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Squash(Chappal Kadoo) prices at Kalimpong APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,272. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
Going to the top Squash(Chappal Kadoo) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, Kalimpong APMC led Squash(Chappal Kadoo) on 21 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.