Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 26.7% below the period average, sitting just 50.0% 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 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹10,919. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Sankarankoil(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.