Here's the 24 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — PMY Bilaspur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,800 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Water Melon.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Water Melon is about 46.9% above the period average — just 5.0% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where PMY Bilaspur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Bilaspur APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Punhana APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
That ₹1,050 (38.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Water Melon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at PMY Bilaspur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,587. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
For Water Melon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Water Melon found its strongest bid at PMY Bilaspur APMC on 24 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.