Across the reporting yards on 12 Oct 2026, Jalalabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,200 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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.
This puts Water Melon about 44.9% above the period average, and just 16.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Punhana APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Jalandhar City(Jalandhar) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Mapusa APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 APMC Azadpur APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
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 ₹1,950 (86.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,898. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
For Water Melon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jalalabad APMC was the market to beat for Water Melon on 12 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.