In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Bottle Gourd was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bottle Gourd Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBottle Gourd (Bottle Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 17.3% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Surat APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Kollam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Quilandy Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Perambra 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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (62.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bottle Gourd prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,400, with the average around ₹1,023. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
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
Going to the top Bottle Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bottle Gourd stood at Kotadwara APMC on 18 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.