Across the reporting yards on 20 Oct 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Little Gourd(Kundru), clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What Put Vadakkenchery 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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLittle Gourd(Kundru) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Little Gourd(Kundru) about 8.5% below the period average, and just 18.8% 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 Little Gourd(Kundru) rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vadakkenchery Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Thazhakkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 4 Cherthala Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 5 Pampady Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Thrissur Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Pala Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹3,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,600 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Little Gourd(Kundru) prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Little Gourd(Kundru) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadakkenchery Market APMC was the market to beat for Little Gourd(Kundru) on 20 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.