In the latest market update for 14 Aug 2026, Surat APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Surat APMC on Top Today
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
At this level, Bottle Gourd is about 32.2% above the period average, sitting just 50.0% 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
The table below lines up Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Surat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bottle Gourd.
That ₹2,500 (62.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bottle Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹4,916. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bottle Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 sum up, Surat APMC led Bottle Gourd on 14 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.