With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹1,450 per quintal in Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Ashgourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Gouard)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Ashgourd about 11.5% above the period average, and just 19.4% 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 Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Pampady Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Kulai APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
At ₹1,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Ashgourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Ashgourd prices at Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,301. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,450 |
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
Before carting Ashgourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Ashgourd was priced at this level in Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.