With the 17 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Gurgaon APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Water Melon today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Gurgaon APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 31.2% above the period average and just 12.5% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gurgaon APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Rampuraphul(Nabha Mandi) APMC | ₹1,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (250.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Gurgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,667. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
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 day's best Water Melon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Gurgaon APMC set the pace for Water Melon. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.