As fresh arrivals settled on 29 Aug 2026, Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,250 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 22.1% above the period average and just 15.0% short of 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 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,250 |
| 2 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 3 Naravarikuppam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 6 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 7 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 8 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Surat APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹1,000 (30.8%) 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 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,481. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 29 Aug 2026, Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.