As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.3% below the period average and just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 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 | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Durg APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Dindigul(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.
At ₹3,600 (120.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ashgourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,254. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
The headline Ashgourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Ashgourd rate on 18 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.