Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bottle Gourd is about 0.1% below the period average, sitting just 23.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harippad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,750 (84.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,002. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
For Bottle Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bottle Gourd rate at Harippad Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.