In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,510 per quintal in Barbigha APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Barbigha 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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,435
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,510
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 42.3% above the period average and just 2.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Barbigha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 APMC Panvel APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 5 Shekhpura APMC | ₹3,540 |
| 6 Barbigha APMC | ₹3,510 |
| 7 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 8 Pune(Pimpri) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,466. 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 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,435 | ₹3,510 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,416 | ₹3,480 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,510 | ₹3,382 | ₹3,440 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,366 | ₹3,420 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,346 | ₹3,440 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,330 | ₹3,420 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,140 | ₹2,998 | ₹3,070 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,120 | ₹2,985 | ₹3,035 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,945 | ₹3,025 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,085 | ₹2,935 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,920 | ₹2,940 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,866 | ₹2,920 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,960 | ₹2,855 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,810 | ₹2,940 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,780 | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,765 | ₹2,820 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,745 | ₹2,820 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,720 | ₹2,810 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,810 | ₹2,690 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,740 |
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
Selling Bottle Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Barbigha APMC posted this Bottle Gourd rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.