Turning to the 14 Oct 2026 APMC board, Kathua (F&V) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Round Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,250 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Round Gourd leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Round Gourd Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityRound Gourd (Round gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Round Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 10.2% above the period average and just 55.0% 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 Round Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kathua (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹2,250 |
| 2 Khanna APMC | ₹1,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Round Gourd.
The ₹750 (50.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Round Gourd prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Round Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 14 Oct 2026, Kathua (F&V) APMC set the pace for Round Gourd. 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.