In the price report dated 14 Aug 2026, Kuttoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,800 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Ashgourd board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 17.7% above the period average and just 7.9% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Kulai APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
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 ₹2,300 (65.7%), 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 Kuttoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹6,300, with the average around ₹4,927. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Ashgourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Kuttoor 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.