Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bottle Gourd about 7.3% above the period average, and just 7.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bottle Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 APMC Panvel APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 5 Shekhpura APMC | ₹3,540 |
| 6 Barbigha APMC | ₹3,510 |
| 7 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Pune(Pimpri) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
At ₹1,000 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bottle Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,028. 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 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Bottle Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In a nutshell, Bottle Gourd was priced at this level in Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.