Looking at how the yards traded on 08 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Kattappana Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Water Melon markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Kattappana Market APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Water Melon is about 0.9% above the period average, sitting just 19.2% 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
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,350 |
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.
The ₹1,400 (59.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,082. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,100 |
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
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
To sum up, this was the Water Melon rate at Kattappana Market APMC on 08 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.