With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,850 per quintal in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 6.3% above the period average, and just 14.0% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹1,500 (19.4%), 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 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹5,502. 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 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,850 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,350 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.