Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Kollam Market APMC on Top Today
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₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 7.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kollam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (31.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,681. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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 Bitter 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 Bitter Gourd stood at Kollam Market APMC on 19 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.