Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bitter Gourd yards.
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₹9,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 24.8% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
That ₹6,000 (80.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹6,412. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹9,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
For Bitter Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.