With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Khandwa(F&V) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.7% above the period average and just 37.5% 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
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Ahmedabad APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 6 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 SMY Nahan APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 8 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Bolangir APMC | ₹3,000 |
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 ₹3,900 (130.0%) 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 Khandwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹993. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Sponge Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khandwa(F&V) APMC posted this Sponge Gourd rate on 16 Oct 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.