Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹2,050 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Kottarakkara Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Ashgourd is about 19.6% below the period average — just 31.7% 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
Here's how Ashgourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,050 |
| 7 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
That ₹1,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Ashgourd prices at Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,550. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Ashgourd changed hands at this rate in Kottarakkara Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.