In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Gulavati 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 2.1% below the period average — just 8.7% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹4,400 |
| 2 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 3 Kailaras APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 4 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 5 Badwani(F&V) APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 6 Maharjganj APMC | ₹1,400 |
| 7 Sendhwa(F&V) APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Ahirora APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 9 Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC | ₹750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
At ₹3,650 (486.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sponge Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,146. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
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
Before carting Sponge Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sponge Gourd changed hands at this rate in Gulavati APMC on 16 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.