In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Ashgourd today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Ashgourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.9% above the period average and just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Ashgourd rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,700 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Ashgourd.
That ₹3,700 (123.3%) 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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,159. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Ashgourd rate on 16 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.