Based on what the markets reported on 09 Sep 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. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Water Melon board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
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
- Date09 Sep 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.
Right now Water Melon is about 5.6% below the period average — just 44.6% 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
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 09 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Gohana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Punhana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹850 (37.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Water Melon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹3,284. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Water Melon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Water Melon found its strongest bid at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 09 Sep 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.