In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Manubazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) , clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,900 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySpiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) (Kartali (Kantola))
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.
At this level, Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) is about 4.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Manubazar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 Jaleswar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Kanchanpur APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹1,400 (31.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,637. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
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
Going to the top Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Manubazar APMC led Spiny Gourd / Kartali(Kantola) on 16 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.