Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹678 per quintal in Dera Baba Nanak APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Ashgourd Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹678
- Lowest Price Today₹678
- Average (Modal) Price₹678
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 22.4% above the period average and just 31.4% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (60.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Dera Baba Nanak APMC ranged between ₹322 and ₹988, with the average around ₹554. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹678 | ₹678 | ₹678 |
| 14 Aug | ₹643 | ₹643 | ₹643 |
| 13 Aug | ₹638 | ₹638 | ₹638 |
| 12 Aug | ₹626 | ₹626 | ₹626 |
| 11 Aug | ₹587 | ₹587 | ₹587 |
| 10 Aug | ₹672 | ₹672 | ₹672 |
| 08 Aug | ₹587 | ₹587 | ₹587 |
| 07 Aug | ₹596 | ₹596 | ₹596 |
| 06 Aug | ₹578 | ₹578 | ₹578 |
| 03 Aug | ₹566 | ₹566 | ₹566 |
| 01 Aug | ₹684 | ₹684 | ₹684 |
| 31 Jul | ₹556 | ₹556 | ₹556 |
| 30 Jul | ₹433 | ₹433 | ₹433 |
| 29 Jul | ₹476 | ₹476 | ₹476 |
| 28 Jul | ₹433 | ₹433 | ₹433 |
| 27 Jul | ₹322 | ₹322 | ₹322 |
| 24 Jul | ₹367 | ₹367 | ₹367 |
| 21 Jul | ₹322 | ₹322 | ₹322 |
| 20 Jul | ₹328 | ₹328 | ₹328 |
| 18 Jul | ₹326 | ₹326 | ₹326 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Ashgourd traded at this rate in Dera Baba Nanak APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.