With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Water Melon was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 41.8% above the period average and just 12.5% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹4,200 |
| 2 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Kalaburagi APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 SMY Rohroo APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
The ₹1,200 (40.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,469. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,150 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹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
Going to the top Water Melon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Water Melon traded at this rate in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.