Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Water Melon was quoted at ₹400 per quintal in Gaddiannaram APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
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.
Right now Water Melon is about 5.2% below the period average — just 66.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gaddiannaram APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹2,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
The ₹1,650 (78.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Gaddiannaram APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹500 | ₹200 | ₹400 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gaddiannaram APMC logged this Water Melon rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.