In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Cucumbar(Kheera) was quoted at ₹4,410 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,365
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,410
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
This puts Cucumbar(Kheera) about 29.5% above the period average, and just 2.0% 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
Here's how Cucumbar(Kheera) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Khatra APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (72.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Cucumbar(Kheera) prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,365 | ₹4,410 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,485 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,410 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,311 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,420 | ₹4,296 | ₹4,345 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,410 | ₹4,282 | ₹4,340 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,410 | ₹4,266 | ₹4,320 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,970 | ₹4,020 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,120 | ₹3,955 | ₹4,030 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,913 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,015 | ₹3,885 | ₹3,950 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,980 | ₹3,860 | ₹3,910 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,842 | ₹3,920 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,920 | ₹3,802 | ₹3,855 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,790 | ₹3,840 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,910 | ₹3,755 | ₹3,830 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,735 | ₹3,810 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,715 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,840 | ₹3,695 | ₹3,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,810 | ₹3,660 | ₹3,740 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,640 | ₹3,720 |
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 Cucumbar(Kheera) 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Cucumbar(Kheera) was priced at this level in Shekhpura APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.