From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Kadamtala APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bottle Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹6,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bottle Gourd is about 27.3% above the period average — just 14.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Paruthipattu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Kallachi Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bottle Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bottle Gourd prices at Kadamtala APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,714. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
For Bottle Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bottle Gourd found its strongest bid at Kadamtala APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.