Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Aug 2026, Pala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Little Gourd(Kundru), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,200 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Little Gourd(Kundru) leader.
01What Put Pala Market APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityLittle Gourd(Kundru) (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.
Today's rate is about 4.6% above the period average and just 38.0% 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 Little Gourd(Kundru) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹6,200 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Dungurapalli APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 6 Excise Colony,RBZ APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹3,100 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Bhusaval APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹2,500 |
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 ₹3,700 (148.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Little Gourd(Kundru) prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,930. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
Selling Little Gourd(Kundru) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 29 Aug 2026, Pala Market APMC set the pace for Little Gourd(Kundru). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.