In the day's wholesale-price digest for 15 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 1.8% above the period average, sitting just 17.5% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattakada Market APMC Leader | ₹6,700 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 7 Damnagar APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(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.
At ₹3,450 (106.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bottle Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,242. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
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
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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 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.