Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Omalloor Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Bitter Gourd markets in the table that follows.
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₹1,450
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 58.2% below the period average, sitting just 95.2% 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
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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar Road 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 ₹3,000 (37.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Omalloor Market APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹2,988. 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 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Omalloor Market APMC on 18 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.