As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,550 per quintal in Islampur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 45.8% above the period average, and just 9.0% 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 17 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹8,000 (94.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,121. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,450 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Islampur APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 17 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.