Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Ashgourd was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Kulai APMC. See where this sits in the day's Ashgourd range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityAshgourd (Ashgourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Ashgourd is about 16.5% below the period average, sitting just 30.0% short of 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 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Panruti(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 ₹1,000 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Ashgourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Ashgourd prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,355. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
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 day's best Ashgourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, this was the Ashgourd rate at Kulai APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.