In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Sponge Gourd markets.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommoditySponge Gourd (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 7.0% above the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Sponge Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 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 Morinda APMC Leader | ₹1,500 |
| 2 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,200 |
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 ₹300 (25.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Sponge Gourd prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,121. 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 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Sponge Gourd traded at this rate in Vikasnagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.