Pulling together the 14 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Ashgourd is about 1.3% above the period average — just 20.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harippad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
The ₹1,000 (33.3%) 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 Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,950. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
The day's best Ashgourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
In short, Ashgourd found its strongest bid at Harippad Market APMC on 14 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.