In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Manawar(F&V) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
At this level, Sponge Gourd is about 71.5% above the period average, sitting just 13.3% 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
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 Abohar APMC | ₹3,510 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 4 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 5 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 6 Manawar(F&V) APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 7 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 8 Malerkotla APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 9 Khagaria APMC | ₹2,167 |
| 10 SMY Nalagarh APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Padra APMC | ₹900 |
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.
At ₹4,900 (544.4%), 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 ₹1,516. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 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 |
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
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 Manawar(F&V) APMC on 20 Oct 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.