Here's the 12 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Sponge Gourd today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Sponge Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Sponge Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Sponge Gourd is about 37.9% above the period average — right at 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vikasnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 PMY Chamba APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Narnaul APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Ramnagar APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 4 PMY Kangra APMC | ₹2,700 |
| 5 Surat APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹2,250 |
| 7 Gulavati APMC | ₹2,100 |
| 8 Kailaras APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 9 Kotadwara APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Maharjganj APMC | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Hasanpur APMC | ₹1,500 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (166.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,088. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
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
Selling Sponge Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Sponge Gourd changed hands at this rate in Vikasnagar APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.