From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Ashgourd today, setting the tone for the session.
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
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
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.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
Here's how Ashgourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 6 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 7 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ashgourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,952. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
To sum up, Harippad Market APMC led Ashgourd on 17 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.