In the price report dated 19 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. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Ashgourd today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
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 5.6% above the period average, and just 3.0% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 3 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (85.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Anchal Market APMC ranged between ₹5,300 and ₹6,700, with the average around ₹6,154. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Ashgourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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: Anchal Market APMC was the market to beat for Ashgourd on 19 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.