In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
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₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 3.4% below the period average — just 30.6% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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 ₹5,750 (74.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,746. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Bitter Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.