Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Sponge Gourd today.
01What's Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
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.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 10.5% below the period average, sitting just 33.3% 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
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹4,400 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Surat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 7 Padra APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 8 Morinda APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 9 Kailaras APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sendhwa(F&V) APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Khandhla APMC | ₹650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,750 (576.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Sponge Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,117. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
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
Going to the top Sponge Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Sponge Gourd stood at Vikasnagar APMC on 18 Aug 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.