In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Khandwa(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 0.6% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC Leader | ₹4,600 |
| 2 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Rudrapur APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Sanwer(F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 7 Ramnagar APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 8 Sirali(F&V) APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Khurai(F&V) APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Surat APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,100 (206.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Khandwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹994. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Khandwa(F&V) APMC logged this Sponge Gourd rate on 22 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.