As the 26 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 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 7.6% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Bottle Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 26 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vadakkenchery Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 3 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Kollam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 8 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Shekhpura APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Sheohar APMC | ₹3,700 |
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 ₹1,800 (48.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹5,111. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Vadakkenchery 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.