In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Ashgourd markets.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 0.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,700 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Panruti(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.
The ₹3,700 (123.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,250. 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 | ₹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 |
| 29 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Ashgourd stood at Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.