In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Harike APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
01What Put Harike 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₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 0.0% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 Sep 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 | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Kulai APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Barpathari APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (37.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹600, with the average around ₹550. 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 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 15 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 10 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 31 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 25 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 24 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 20 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
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 headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Harike APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 18 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.