In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Sep 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 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.
This puts Water Melon about 3.6% 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
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hansi APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Tindivanam APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,000 |
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.
At ₹750 (37.5%), 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 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 ₹2,654. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
For Water Melon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Water Melon at this level on 20 Sep 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.