Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 75.7% above the period average — just 13.3% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 4 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Kukshi(F&V) APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Shahabad APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Manawar(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.
At ₹4,300 (165.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sponge Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,480. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,100 | ₹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
Before carting Sponge Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
In short, Sponge Gourd changed hands at this rate in Manawar(F&V) APMC on 12 Oct 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.