Farmers, take note — on October 31, 2026, Bottle gourd at Himachal Pradesh (state average) touched an average of ₹2,854 per quintal. Before selling, do check today's high of ₹3,208.
Himachal Pradesh (state average) Auction Report — October 31, 2026
- Highest Price Today₹3,208 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹2,492 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,854 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateHimachal Pradesh
All these figures come from APMC open auctions. When the average (₹2,854) and the max (₹3,208) are close, farmers bringing good-quality produce benefit from better prices.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
This is the Kharif harvest and post-monsoon period. Fresh arrivals rise during these weeks, which can soften prices for surplus commodities. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Mandi-by-Mandi Comparison in Himachal Pradesh
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,250 |
| SMY Jogindernagar APMC | ₹3,250 |
| PMY Kullu APMC | ₹3,200 |
| PMY Kangra APMC | ₹3,000 |
| SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| SMY Palampur APMC | ₹2,800 |
| PMY Chamba APMC | ₹2,750 |
| SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹2,700 |
| SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹2,650 |
| PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹2,500 |
Across these markets, Bottle gourd is dearest at SMY Nadaun APMC (₹4,250) and cheapest at PMY Kangni Mandi APMC (₹2,500) — a spread of ₹1,750/quintal (70%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Rates — Daily Breakdown
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct 2026 | ₹3,208 | ₹2,492 | ₹2,854 |
| 30 Oct 2026 | ₹2,838 | ₹2,169 | ₹2,513 |
| 29 Oct 2026 | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Oct 2026 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,124 | ₹2,490 |
| 27 Oct 2026 | ₹3,011 | ₹2,289 | ₹2,628 |
| 26 Oct 2026 | ₹3,175 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,888 |
| 25 Oct 2026 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Oct 2026 | ₹3,087 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,780 |
| 23 Oct 2026 | ₹3,111 | ₹2,426 | ₹2,779 |
| 22 Oct 2026 | ₹2,971 | ₹2,359 | ₹2,641 |
| 21 Oct 2026 | ₹3,257 | ₹2,521 | ₹2,918 |
| 20 Oct 2026 | ₹3,425 | ₹2,675 | ₹3,038 |
| 19 Oct 2026 | ₹3,030 | ₹2,390 | ₹2,745 |
| 18 Oct 2026 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Oct 2026 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,283 | ₹2,611 |
| 16 Oct 2026 | ₹2,741 | ₹2,073 | ₹2,430 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | ₹2,721 | ₹2,116 | ₹2,426 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | ₹2,731 | ₹2,106 | ₹2,403 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | ₹2,862 | ₹2,315 | ₹2,581 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | ₹2,967 | ₹2,239 | ₹2,600 |
Advice for Farmers — The Right Selling Decision
Straight advice — today's average is ₹2,854 and the high reached ₹3,208. Add up your cost first. If the margin is fair, release 30-40% today and sell the rest as the trend unfolds.
For Traders and Agents — Market Trend
Large buyers can take this rate as a sign of market strength. Solid buying at ₹2,854 shows traders are comfortable sourcing. Arrivals at neighbouring mandis will clarify the next move.