Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,372 per quintal in Buxur APMC. This is one of several Bitter Gourd rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,378
- Lowest Price Today₹2,365
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,372
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 1.3% above the period average and just 89.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Anchal VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,300 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Buxur APMC ranged between ₹2,240 and ₹23,015, with the average around ₹2,341. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,378 | ₹2,365 | ₹2,372 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,345 | ₹2,341 | ₹2,344 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹2,333 | ₹2,338 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,369 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,365 |
| 08 Aug | ₹23,015 | ₹2,298 | ₹2,304 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,352 | ₹2,342 | ₹2,348 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,395 | ₹2,361 | ₹2,382 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,296 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,275 |
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 Bitter 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Buxur APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.