In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle 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 29.3% above the period average and just 18.0% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Panvel APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Biokhora APMC | ₹4,450 |
| 10 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (62.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,172. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Bottle Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nadaun APMC posted this Bottle Gourd rate on 20 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.