Pulling together the 29 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Banki APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pointed Gourd(Parval), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Banki APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Pointed Gourd(Parval) is about 40.4% above the period average — just 15.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Pointed Gourd(Parval) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banki APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Nimapara APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Durg APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Surat APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Betnoti APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Padra APMC | ₹3,125 |
| 8 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 9 Raxaul APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Maigalganj APMC | ₹2,570 |
| 11 Khagaria APMC | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Narnaul 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 ₹3,000 (120.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Banki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,917. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹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
Selling Pointed Gourd(Parval) 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pointed Gourd(Parval) found its strongest bid at Banki APMC on 29 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.