As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Aug 2026, Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Water Melon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹3,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Water Melon today, setting the tone for the session.
01What's Behind Today's Water Melon Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 10.3% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Water Melon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹3,000 |
| 2 PMY Kullu APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 3 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 4 Hansi APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 5 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 6 Gohana APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Samana APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 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 ₹750 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Water Melon prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,719. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Going to the top Water Melon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 2026, Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Water Melon. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.