As fresh arrivals settled on 26 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. 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
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.7% below the period average and just 44.6% 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 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 PMY Kather Solan APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Punhana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Mapusa APMC | ₹2,250 |
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.
The ₹850 (37.8%) 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 SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 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 |
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
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar 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.