As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,810 per quintal in Kamthi APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kamthi APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,060
- Lowest Price Today₹2,560
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,810
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 35.5% below the period average, and just 57.4% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹2,700 (34.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kamthi APMC ranged between ₹2,040 and ₹6,590, with the average around ₹4,358. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,060 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,810 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Kamthi APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.