From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Ahirora APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Ahirora APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 14.2% above the period average — just 9.1% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bottle Gourd.
A spread of ₹1,000 (33.3%) 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 Ahirora APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,100, with the average around ₹876. 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 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bottle Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ahirora APMC logged this Bottle Gourd rate on 18 Oct 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.