Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Kanjirappally Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 19.8% above the period average, and just 2.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter 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 | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur 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.
That ₹3,000 (37.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kanjirappally Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jun | ₹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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Kanjirappally Market APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.