In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. This is one of several Sponge Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Gulavati APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 2.4% above the period average, sitting just 4.3% 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
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹5,100 |
| 2 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 Badwaha (F&V) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 5 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,200 |
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.
At ₹2,900 (131.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sponge Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹2,300, with the average around ₹2,148. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sponge Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Sponge Gourd stood at Gulavati APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.