With the 24 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Kanjangadu Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Ashgourd about 55.3% above the period average, and just 7.4% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjangadu Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Perambra Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹1,700 (51.5%) 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 Kanjangadu Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,220. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,200 |
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
Before carting Ashgourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kanjangadu Market APMC was the market to beat for Ashgourd on 24 Aug 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.