In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,750 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 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.
At this level, Water Melon is about 20.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 3 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 8 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
At ₹1,400 (103.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,276. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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 headline Water Melon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Water Melon on 24 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.