From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bottle Gourd is about 44.2% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Surat APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 4 Damnagar APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,600 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,400 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
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 ₹2,500 (76.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹832. 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 | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹800 | ₹200 | ₹600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹700 | ₹500 | ₹700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹800 | ₹400 | ₹800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
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 headline Bottle Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bottle Gourd stood at Vikasnagar APMC on 17 Aug 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.