Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Cucumbar(Kheera) was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in SMY Bandrol APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put SMY Bandrol APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCucumbar(Kheera) (Other)
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.
Right now Cucumbar(Kheera) is about 9.7% below the period average — just 50.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 SMY Bandrol 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 Villupuram(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.
That ₹2,500 (41.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Cucumbar(Kheera) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Cucumbar(Kheera) prices at SMY Bandrol APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,661. 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 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹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 Cucumbar(Kheera) 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
To wrap up, SMY Bandrol APMC logged this Cucumbar(Kheera) rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.