In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Kukshi(F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 75.2% above the period average, and just 30.0% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kukshi(F&V) 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 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ahmedabad APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 SMY Nahan APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bolangir APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹3,900 (130.0%) 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 Kukshi(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,598. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,608 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹900 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,100 |
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
Selling Sponge Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Sponge Gourd was priced at this level in Kukshi(F&V) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.