In the price report dated 20 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,100 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Water Melon.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.8% above the period average and just 19.2% 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,084. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 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 |
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 20 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market 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.