In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Padra APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Padra APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Sponge Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 1.5% below the period average, and just 55.7% 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 Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Kukshi(F&V) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Shahabad APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Manawar(F&V) APMC | ₹2,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
That ₹4,300 (165.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sponge Gourd 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, Sponge Gourd prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,573. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹500 | ₹900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹750 | ₹500 | ₹625 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹400 | ₹700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sponge Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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: Padra APMC reported Sponge Gourd at this level on 12 Oct 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.