Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 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. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 10.2% above the period average — just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 APMC Panvel APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹3,900 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 8 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹3,800 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bottle Gourd.
The ₹3,900 (108.3%) 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 ₹6,806. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bottle Gourd found its strongest bid at Manjeswaram Market APMC on 16 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.