From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 25.8% above the period average — just 10.7% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹3,200 (41.0%) 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 Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,328. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Sonamura APMC on 18 Aug 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.