Here's the 13 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,100 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Water Melon today.
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
- Date13 Sep 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.
At this level, Water Melon is about 5.4% 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
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 13 Sep 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Punhana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Tindivanam APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (55.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,276. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, SMY Bhuntar APMC led Water Melon on 13 Sep 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.