As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Mukkom Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 10.5% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mukkom Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,950 (28.9%) 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 Mukkom Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹8,300, 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 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,700 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mukkom Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.