As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Water Melon was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 31.1% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Punhana APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Fatehabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹2,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹1,500 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Water Melon prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,861. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Water Melon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Water Melon rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.