Turning to the 12 Aug 2026 APMC board, Shekhpura APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹2,420 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Bottle Gourd.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,380
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,420
- Reporting Mandis5
- Date12 Aug 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 15.2% above the period average and just 5.8% 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
Here's how Bottle Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Shekhpura APMC Leader | ₹2,420 |
| 2 Barbigha APMC | ₹2,385 |
| 3 Panposh APMC | ₹2,200 |
| 4 Kopaganj APMC | ₹1,299 |
| 5 Shadabad APMC | ₹650 |
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.
That ₹1,770 (272.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bottle Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹1,675 and ₹2,570, with the average around ₹2,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,420 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,570 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,460 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,445 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,380 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,420 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,285 | ₹2,340 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,410 | ₹2,270 | ₹2,345 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,255 | ₹2,310 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,380 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,295 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,275 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,255 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,295 | ₹2,185 | ₹2,235 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,245 | ₹2,140 | ₹2,195 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,235 | ₹2,125 | ₹2,165 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,245 | ₹2,115 | ₹2,180 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,175 | ₹2,085 | ₹2,135 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,185 | ₹2,055 | ₹2,115 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,135 | ₹2,035 | ₹2,080 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,110 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,080 | ₹1,990 | ₹2,035 |
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
Farmers comparing Bottle Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Shekhpura APMC set the pace for Bottle Gourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.