From today's trading desk on 08 Aug 2026, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,750 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Water Melon is about 12.7% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,750 |
| 2 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 9 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Hansi APMC | ₹2,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Water Melon.
The ₹1,500 (66.7%) 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 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Water Melon on 08 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.