Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Cucumbar(Kheera) was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
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₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityCucumbar(Kheera) (Cucumbar)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Cucumbar(Kheera) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.5% below the period average and just 20.0% 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
Here's how Cucumbar(Kheera) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruchengode APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Pattamundai 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cucumbar(Kheera) prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹4,024. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
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
For Cucumbar(Kheera), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Cucumbar(Kheera) traded at this rate in Cherthala Market 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.