As the 24 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Water Melon was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put SMY Bhuntar APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Water Melon about 17.3% above the period average, and just 30.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 24 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 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 3 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Gurgaon APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Patran APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹2,900 (111.5%) 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 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 ₹3,326. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Water Melon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: SMY Bhuntar APMC reported Water Melon at this level on 24 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.