With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Anchal Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Ashgourd leader.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Ashgourd about 5.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
A spread of ₹3,500 (116.7%) 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 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 ₹6,161. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Ashgourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
The takeaway: Anchal Market APMC was the market to beat for Ashgourd on 21 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.