As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
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.
Today's rate is about 1.3% 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
This table ranks Ashgourd rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anchal Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 7 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(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.
That ₹3,000 (100.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,172. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Ashgourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 26 Aug 2026, Ashgourd traded at this rate in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.