In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹1,890 per quintal in Patran APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Water Melon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,890
- Lowest Price Today₹1,890
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,890
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Water Melon about 18.2% above the period average, and just 14.1% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 PMY Dhalli Shimla APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 5 Lehra Gaga APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (140.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,599. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,890 | ₹1,890 | ₹1,890 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 | ₹1,960 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,880 | ₹1,880 | ₹1,880 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,980 | ₹1,980 | ₹1,980 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,410 | ₹1,410 | ₹1,410 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 24 Jun | ₹680 | ₹680 | ₹680 |
| 17 Jun | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 16 Jun | ₹630 | ₹630 | ₹630 |
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
The day's best Water Melon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Water Melon was priced at this level in Patran APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.