Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Water Melon was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
This puts Water Melon about 22.5% below the period average, and just 37.5% 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
The table below lines up Water Melon rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Fatehabad APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹2,350 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (111.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Water Melon prices at Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,612. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
Selling Water Melon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Water Melon at this level on 17 Oct 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.