Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Aug 2026, Manubazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sponge Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,700 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
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 9.0% above the period average and just 6.0% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹4,700 |
| 2 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 4 Sehore(F&V) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 5 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 6 Nawan Shahar(Subzi Mandi) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Sanwer(F&V) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Narnaul APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Bolangir APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Narwana APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Surat APMC | ₹2,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Sponge Gourd.
A spread of ₹2,450 (108.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,313. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Aug 2026, Manubazar 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.