Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Water Melon was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Water Melon Rate
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityWater Melon (Water Melon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Water Melon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.7% above the period average and just 24.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Water Melon rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jalalabad APMC Leader | ₹3,200 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 3 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Hansi APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 11 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,250 |
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.
The ₹950 (42.2%) 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,814. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Before carting Water Melon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Water Melon rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.