Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Water Melon about 4.9% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalaburagi APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 APMC Keshopur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 4 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 5 Faridkot APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Malout APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 8 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(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.
The ₹1,500 (60.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,622. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Before carting Water Melon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Water Melon at this level on 14 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.