Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹9,800 per quintal in Kulai 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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 36.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Adithyapuram VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
The ₹2,000 (23.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,192. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Kulai APMC on 20 Aug 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.