In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Aug 2026, Kalyanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sponge Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,900 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Kalyanpur APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 46.8% above the period average, and just 4.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Sponge Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹5,900 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Sanwer(F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Surat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 12 PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,400 (136.0%) 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 Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,018. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalyanpur APMC was the market to beat for Sponge Gourd on 14 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.