Based on what the markets reported on 20 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Mananthavady Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 24.7% above the period average — just 2.5% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market 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.
That ₹2,500 (31.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,128. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
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 day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To wrap up, Mananthavady Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.