Across the reporting yards on 15 Oct 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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 42.0% 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 PMY Kather Solan APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 New Grain Market(main), Karnal APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Fatehabad 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Water Melon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 reported Water Melon at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.