Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹1,650 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Ashgourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
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.
This puts Ashgourd about 16.9% above the period average, and just 8.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹5,300 |
| 2 Punalur Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
The ₹2,000 (60.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,411. 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 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Ashgourd at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.