Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Manjeswaram Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Bottle Gourd.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bottle Gourd about 4.4% below the period average, and just 27.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
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.
The ₹2,700 (71.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Manjeswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,797. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Bottle Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manjeswaram Market APMC was the market to beat for Bottle Gourd on 18 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.