Reading today's price tape for 25 Aug 2026, Chavakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,800 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Chavakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 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.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 59.8% above the period average, sitting right at 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 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chavakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chavakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,800 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹4,290 |
| 3 Irinjalakkuda Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Thirurrangadi Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
The ₹1,450 (43.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Chavakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,003. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Chavakkad Market APMC led Ashgourd on 25 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.