In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Sep 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
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
- Date16 Sep 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 0.0% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 7 Kancheepuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 8 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,350 |
| 11 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹1,250 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (80.0%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Water Melon prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,250. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 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 |
| 23 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
The headline Water Melon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Water Melon at this level on 16 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.