In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,810 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,330
- Lowest Price Today₹2,380
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,810
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 43.5% above the period average and just 41.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Surat APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC | ₹2,810 |
| 10 PMY Una APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Mehatpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 12 PMY Kangra 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 ₹4,300 (165.4%) 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 Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,310 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹1,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹3,680 | ₹2,740 | ₹2,830 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,710 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,760 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹2,640 | ₹2,710 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,710 | ₹2,630 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,770 | ₹2,710 | ₹3,050 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,790 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,140 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,970 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,430 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,770 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,350 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,830 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,330 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,810 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,740 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,730 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,330 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,710 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,820 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹1,670 | ₹1,830 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,610 | ₹1,680 | ₹1,820 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹1,710 | ₹1,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Sponge Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC posted this Sponge Gourd rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.