From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,320 per quintal in Kamthi APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,570
- Lowest Price Today₹3,070
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,320
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 24.5% below the period average — just 49.6% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
At ₹3,000 (37.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kamthi APMC ranged between ₹2,040 and ₹6,590, with the average around ₹4,396. 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 | ₹3,570 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,320 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,330 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹2,060 | ₹2,310 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,060 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,810 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,290 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,540 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,290 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,570 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,320 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,770 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,010 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,760 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,540 | ₹3,040 | ₹3,290 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,510 | ₹2,510 | ₹3,010 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,550 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,010 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,760 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,570 | ₹4,070 | ₹4,320 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,580 | ₹4,080 | ₹4,330 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Kamthi APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.