Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Ashgourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
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.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 18.1% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (33.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,386. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Ashgourd on 12 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.