Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bottle Gourd is about 22.4% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bottle Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,750 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,700 |
| 4 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Pune(Pimpri) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 6 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 7 Ulundurpet RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Valangaiman RM APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,800 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (42.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,933. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bottle Gourd stood at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.