With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Boxonagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Pointed Gourd(Parval), clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,100 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Boxonagar APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityPointed Gourd(Parval) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pointed Gourd(Parval) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 85.6% above the period average and just 15.0% 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
This table ranks Pointed Gourd(Parval) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Boxonagar APMC Leader | ₹5,100 |
| 2 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Hindol APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Ahirora APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Banki APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pune APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 7 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Sargipali APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Chakia APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Godbhaga APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Attabira APMC | ₹2,100 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (142.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pointed Gourd(Parval) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pointed Gourd(Parval) prices at Boxonagar APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,748. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
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 Pointed Gourd(Parval) 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Boxonagar APMC set the pace for Pointed Gourd(Parval). 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.