Going by the latest APMC figures for 15 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.7% below the period average and just 41.7% 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
Here's how Ashgourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
That ₹1,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,634. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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 Ashgourd 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Piravam Market APMC posted this Ashgourd rate on 15 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.