From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in Kollengode Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bottle Gourd yards.
01What Put Kollengode Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,900
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
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.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 54.0% above the period average — just 7.5% short of 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
Here's how Bottle Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Kadamtala APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 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.
At ₹2,500 (62.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bottle Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Kollengode Market APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,402. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bottle Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, Kollengode Market APMC logged this Bottle Gourd rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.