In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Aug 2026, Anchal Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.1% above the period average and just 3.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
The ₹3,000 (85.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹5,300 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹6,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,254 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Ashgourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Anchal Market APMC set the pace for Ashgourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.