Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Kalyanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sponge Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,100 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 49.8% above the period average — just 1.6% 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
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalyanpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹6,100 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 3 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 4 Malerkotla APMC | ₹1,600 |
| 5 Sendhwa(F&V) APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 6 Kotadwara APMC | ₹1,100 |
| 7 Khandhla APMC | ₹650 |
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.
At ₹5,450 (838.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sponge Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹4,072. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 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 |
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
For Sponge Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sponge Gourd found its strongest bid at Kalyanpur APMC on 15 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.