In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.5% above the period average and just 16.7% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Surat APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Panvel APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹4,100 |
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 ₹3,400 (82.9%) 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 Manjeswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,112. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bottle Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Manjeswaram Market 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.