Looking at how the yards traded on 24 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,100 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Bottle Gourd board.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bottle Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 17.0% above the period average — just 8.9% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹4,100 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 9 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Tiruvarur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
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.
The ₹1,100 (36.7%) 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 Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,504. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bottle Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bottle Gourd found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 24 Aug 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.