As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Kalyanpur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sponge Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,900 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Sponge gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 66.5% above the period average and just 1.4% 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
This table ranks Sponge Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kalyanpur APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 3 Narnaul APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Surat APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 7 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC | ₹2,810 |
| 9 PMY Una APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Mehatpur APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 11 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Petlawad(F&V) APMC | ₹2,500 |
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 ₹4,400 (176.0%) 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 Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Sponge Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Kalyanpur APMC set the pace for Sponge Gourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.