As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Petlawad(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Petlawad(F&V) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 72.6% above the period average and just 6.7% 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
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Petlawad(F&V) APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Thanesar APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Kukshi(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.
That ₹4,500 (173.1%) 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 Petlawad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,622. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,655 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,167 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd traded at this rate in Petlawad(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.