Across the reporting yards on 13 Oct 2026, Kalaburagi APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,500 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Water Melon today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.0% below the period average and just 43.8% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 4 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Punhana APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
At ₹1,500 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Kalaburagi APMC ranged between ₹30 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Water Melon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 13 Oct 2026, Kalaburagi 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.