In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,100 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Water Melon is about 7.4% below the period average, sitting just 44.6% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
A spread of ₹850 (37.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,349. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
Before carting Water Melon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, SMY Bhuntar APMC led Water Melon on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.