Turning to the 29 Oct 2026 APMC board, Jalalabad APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Water Melon today.
01What Put Jalalabad APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.7% above the period average and just 20.0% 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.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Punhana APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
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.
At ₹1,250 (45.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹3,109. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Water Melon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Oct 2026, Jalalabad 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.