In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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 1.8% above the period average — just 17.5% 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 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Panvel APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
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 ₹2,450 (74.2%) 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 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,243. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
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
The day's best Bottle Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Bottle Gourd rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.