In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Oct 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,550
- Lowest Price Today₹3,454
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 38.7% above the period average — just 3.3% 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
The table below lines up Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Shekhpura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bathubasti Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 6 SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 11 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹7,900 (219.4%) 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 ₹3,620, with the average around ₹2,523. 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 | ₹3,610 | ₹3,470 | ₹3,540 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,454 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,437 | ₹3,520 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,620 | ₹3,408 | ₹3,540 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,520 | ₹3,393 | ₹3,445 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,520 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,440 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,365 | ₹3,410 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹3,063 | ₹3,110 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,230 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,140 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,090 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,110 | ₹2,980 | ₹3,040 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,125 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,930 | ₹3,040 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,940 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,930 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,910 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,810 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,840 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,755 | ₹2,820 |
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
The headline Bottle Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shekhpura APMC logged this Bottle Gourd rate on 17 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.