With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.7% above the period average and just 21.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹3,500 (45.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,458. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.