From today's trading desk on 31 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Kottakkal Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 41.5% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kottakkal Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Punalur Market APMC Leader | ₹4,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
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 ₹1,100 (32.4%), 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 Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,626. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
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
Selling Ashgourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Ashgourd stood at Kottakkal Market APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.