Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Anchal Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,600 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Ashgourd is about 7.4% above the period average — just 1.5% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Anchal Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 10 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹3,600 (120.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ashgourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹5,300 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹6,147. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 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 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Ashgourd found its strongest bid at Anchal Market APMC on 18 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.