Pulling together the 19 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Kalaburagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 12.9% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Ratia APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Gohana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Padappai(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.
A spread of ₹2,750 (122.2%) 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 Kalaburagi APMC ranged between ₹30 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,430. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Selling Water Melon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Water Melon found its strongest bid at Kalaburagi APMC on 19 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.