In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. This is one of several Ashgourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Ashgourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 0.3% below the period average, sitting just 21.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Punalur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Punalur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (60.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Ashgourd prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,314. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Ashgourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To sum up, this was the Ashgourd rate at Punalur Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.