Checking the day's mandi numbers for 14 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Sponge Gourd yards.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 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.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 7.9% above the period average — just 36.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Narnaul APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 3 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 6 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Surat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 8 SMY Nalagarh APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Shahabad APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Kailaras APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Rudrapur APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹1,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,300 (194.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,522. 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 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
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 Sponge Gourd 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sponge Gourd changed hands at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC on 14 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.