With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,350 per quintal in Vadaseri RM APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Water Melon markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Water Melon about 5.2% below the period average, and just 32.9% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 Fatehabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (90.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Water Melon prices at Vadaseri RM APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,480. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Water Melon was priced at this level in Vadaseri RM APMC on 17 Oct 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.