In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Round Gourd was quoted at ₹750 per quintal in Harike APMC. This is one of several Round Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Round Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹750
- Reporting Mandis6
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityRound Gourd (Round gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Round Gourd about 0.4% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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 Round Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harike APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 MAC F&V Market Narwal Jammu APMC Leader | ₹2,750 |
| 2 Sahnewal APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 3 Kathua (F&V) APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 4 Barwala(Hisar) APMC | ₹1,250 |
| 5 Harike APMC | ₹750 |
| 6 Indore(F&V) APMC | ₹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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (450.0%) 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, Round Gourd prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹800, with the average around ₹747. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 17 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
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
When picking where to sell Round Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Harike APMC reported Round Gourd at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.