Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Khandhla APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 16.2% below the period average — just 30.9% 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
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khandhla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹4,400 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Surat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 8 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Padra APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Morinda APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Kailaras APMC | ₹1,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
The ₹2,900 (193.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Sponge Gourd prices at Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹940, with the average around ₹776. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 13 Aug | ₹710 | ₹700 | ₹705 |
| 12 Aug | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 10 Aug | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 07 Aug | ₹740 | ₹700 | ₹720 |
| 06 Aug | ₹720 | ₹700 | ₹710 |
| 05 Aug | ₹760 | ₹700 | ₹730 |
| 04 Aug | ₹760 | ₹700 | ₹730 |
| 01 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 22 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 21 Jul | ₹820 | ₹800 | ₹810 |
| 17 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 16 Jul | ₹840 | ₹800 | ₹820 |
| 14 Jul | ₹880 | ₹800 | ₹840 |
| 10 Jul | ₹880 | ₹800 | ₹840 |
| 07 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 03 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
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
When picking where to sell Sponge Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sponge Gourd changed hands at this rate in Khandhla APMC on 18 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.