Here's the 05 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Water Melon is about 24.9% below the period average — just 43.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹2,250 |
| 2 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 4 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,900 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 6 Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 7 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Tindivanam APMC | ₹1,500 |
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.
The ₹750 (50.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,997. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Water Melon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Water Melon changed hands at this rate in Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 05 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.