In the latest market update for 05 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Mapusa APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Water Melon is about 0.3% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 6 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Fatehabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,250 (45.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Mapusa APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,244. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Jun | ₹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
Farmers comparing Water Melon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Water Melon stood at Mapusa APMC on 05 Aug 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.