As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Thuraiyur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Thuraiyur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.4% above the period average, and just 12.9% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(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 ₹1,000 (13.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Thuraiyur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Thuraiyur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.