Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Cucumbar(Kheera) was quoted at ₹3,410 per quintal in Barbigha APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Cucumbar(Kheera) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,470
- Lowest Price Today₹3,340
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,410
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCucumbar(Kheera) (Cucumbar)
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.
At this level, Cucumbar(Kheera) is about 12.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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
The table below lines up Cucumbar(Kheera) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barbigha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruchengode APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,500 (41.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Cucumbar(Kheera) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cucumbar(Kheera) prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,480, with the average around ₹3,034. 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 | ₹3,470 | ₹3,340 | ₹3,410 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹3,325 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,450 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,380 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,410 | ₹3,275 | ₹3,340 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,380 | ₹3,255 | ₹3,315 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,240 | ₹3,310 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,370 | ₹3,220 | ₹3,290 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,360 | ₹3,205 | ₹3,285 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,340 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,260 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,330 | ₹3,165 | ₹3,240 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,280 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,210 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,255 | ₹3,125 | ₹3,185 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,240 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,170 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,235 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,160 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,125 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,185 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,090 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,185 | ₹3,025 | ₹3,110 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,125 | ₹2,990 | ₹3,060 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,070 | ₹2,965 | ₹3,010 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,075 | ₹2,955 | ₹3,015 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Cucumbar(Kheera), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Cucumbar(Kheera) stood at Barbigha APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.