In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Betnoti APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Betnoti APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 17.9% below the period average, sitting just 25.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹6,250 (86.2%), 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 Betnoti APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹4,265. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Betnoti APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.