In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Vantamamidi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bitter Gourd yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 28.9% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
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 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
That ₹1,950 (28.9%) 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 Vantamamidi APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,939. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Vantamamidi APMC on 18 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.