In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Manubazar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Sponge Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,900 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What Put Manubazar APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Sponge Gourd about 38.7% above the period average, and just 1.4% 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 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manubazar APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Tinsukia Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 5 SMY Palampur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Rudrapur APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Ahmedabad APMC | ₹3,150 |
| 8 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Thanesar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Kukshi(F&V) APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 PMY Chamba APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Dahod(Veg. Market) APMC | ₹2,500 |
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.
At ₹4,400 (176.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Sponge Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,974. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 24 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Sponge Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Manubazar APMC was the market to beat for Sponge Gourd on 24 Oct 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.