In the price report dated 23 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Water Melon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Water Melon about 4.1% below the period average, and just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹3,100 |
| 2 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Anaiyur(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.
That ₹850 (37.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Water Melon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,303. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
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
Selling Water Melon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Water Melon was priced at this level in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 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.