Watermelons' sweetness and cooling properties allure everyone during the summer months. As usual, this year too, the demand for watermelons is on the rise. But do you know the current rates of watermelons in various markets in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh today? Let's delve into the details.
Watermelon Rate in Azadpur: Azadpur Market witnessed a heavy influx of 387.1 tons of watermelons. The minimum price for watermelons was Rs. 500 per quintal, the maximum price was Rs. 1600 per quintal, and the modal price stood at Rs. 1100 per quintal. Despite the substantial supply, prices remained high, proving profitable for traders.
Kairana Market: Only 0.6 tons of watermelons arrived at Kairana Market today. Here, the minimum price was Rs. 800 per quintal, the maximum price was Rs. 900 per quintal, and the modal price was Rs. 850 per quintal.
Shahjahanpur Market: Shahjahanpur Market saw an influx of 5 tons of 'other' variety watermelons. Prices here ranged from Rs. 550 to Rs. 650 per quintal, with the modal price at Rs. 600 per quintal. Prices were slightly lower in this market, depending on local demand and supply.
Thana Bhawan Market: Thana Bhawan Market witnessed a heavy arrival of 1.50 tons of watermelons. The minimum price was Rs. 700 per quintal, the maximum price was Rs. 800 per quintal, and the modal price was also Rs. 800 per quintal.
Sikarpur Market: Sikarpur Market received 6 tons of watermelons. Prices ranged from Rs. 1000 to Rs. 1150 per quintal, with the modal price at Rs. 1100 per quintal.
Conclusion: watermelon prices in various markets in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh vary based on the region and supply. Despite heavy arrivals in some markets like Azadpur, prices remained high, whereas prices showed some variability in Uttar Pradesh markets such as Kairana, Shahjahanpur, Thana Bhawan, and Sikarpur. Overall, prices are determined by the balance of demand and supply, benefiting both traders and farmers.
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