Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Thrippunithura Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,700 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Ashgourd about 41.1% above the period average, and just 14.5% 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
Here's how Ashgourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Payyannur Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Perambra Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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.
The ₹1,450 (44.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Ashgourd prices at Thrippunithura Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,330. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Ashgourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Thrippunithura Market APMC was the market to beat for Ashgourd on 16 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.