Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹250 per quintal in Omalloor Market APMC. This is one of several Ashgourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Omalloor Market APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹300
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Ashgourd about 74.3% below the period average, and just 95.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Omalloor 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 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹2,000 (60.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Omalloor Market APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹971. 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 | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹320 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹350 | ₹200 | ₹300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹360 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹350 | ₹275 | ₹300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 10 Aug | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹375 |
| 09 Aug | ₹450 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹450 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹350 | ₹475 |
| 03 Aug | ₹550 | ₹400 | ₹500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹550 | ₹400 | ₹500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹650 | ₹450 | ₹500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹680 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Omalloor Market APMC reported Ashgourd at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.