From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Water Melon is about 4.8% 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ganaur APMC Leader | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Jalalabad APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 6 Hansi APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,000 |
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 ₹1,500 (75.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Water Melon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Water Melon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Water Melon rate at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.