Here's the 18 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,100 per quintal in Dudhi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Dudhi APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 11.7% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹5,700 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 3 PMY Paonta Sahib APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 5 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Narnaul APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Narmadapuram (F&V) APMC | ₹2,820 |
| 11 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹3,100 (119.2%) 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 Dudhi APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹985. 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 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
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
The day's best Sponge Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dudhi APMC logged this Sponge Gourd rate on 18 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.