From today's trading desk on 18 Sep 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,820 per quintal in Barbigha APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,900
- Lowest Price Today₹3,760
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,820
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 19.7% above the period average — just 2.1% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Kulai APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Barpathari APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹3,000 (37.5%) 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, Bitter Gourd prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,560 and ₹3,900, with the average around ₹3,191. 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 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,760 | ₹3,820 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,745 | ₹3,810 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,860 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,740 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,660 | ₹3,720 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,640 | ₹3,710 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,740 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,670 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,720 | ₹3,560 | ₹3,640 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,545 | ₹3,620 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,530 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,490 | ₹3,550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,460 | ₹3,520 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹3,425 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,510 | ₹3,385 | ₹3,450 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,420 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,335 | ₹3,410 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,490 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,380 |
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 Bitter 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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Barbigha APMC on 18 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.