Reading today's price tape for 24 Oct 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Water Melon today.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Water Melon is about 10.0% above the period average, sitting just 11.5% 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 Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 6 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,850 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
At ₹900 (48.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,091. 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 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
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
The headline Water Melon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Water Melon stood at Kattappana Market APMC on 24 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.