In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Padra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Padra 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₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 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.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 41.9% below the period average, and just 74.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 3 Rudrapur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Kukshi(F&V) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 7 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 9 Shahabad APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Surat APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Hasanpur APMC | ₹1,500 |
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.
The ₹5,400 (360.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,550. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 22 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 20 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹750 | ₹900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹1,750 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,625 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,250 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹500 | ₹900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
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
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
The takeaway: Padra APMC reported Sponge Gourd at this level on 24 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.