With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Cucumbar(Kheera) was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityCucumbar(Kheera) (Cucumbar)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Cucumbar(Kheera) about 14.9% below the period average, and just 20.0% 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 Cucumbar(Kheera) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pappanchani VFPCK Market 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Cucumbar(Kheera).
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Cucumbar(Kheera) prices at Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,698. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pappanchani VFPCK Market APMC reported Cucumbar(Kheera) at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.