Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Harike APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bottle Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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 1.1% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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
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 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹1,750 (43.8%) 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 Harike APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹600, with the average around ₹544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹500 | ₹400 | ₹450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
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
Before carting Bottle Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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: Harike APMC reported Bottle Gourd at this level on 19 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.