Here's the 28 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — APMC Keshopur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,800 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Water Melon today.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Water Melon is about 20.6% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Keshopur APMC Leader | ₹3,800 |
| 2 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Gurgaon APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Mohindergarh APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹1,550 (68.9%) 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 APMC Keshopur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹3,150. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,550 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,650 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
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
Going to the top Water Melon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, APMC Keshopur APMC led Water Melon on 28 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.