In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, 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 Put Anchal Market APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 4.2% above the period average and just 4.4% 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
Here's how Ashgourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 6 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Manubazar APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Tiruvallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (116.7%), 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 ₹6,800, with the average around ₹6,238. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Ashgourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 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.