Looking at how the yards traded on 11 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Machmara APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,900
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 45.9% above the period average, sitting just 7.8% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 11 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹11,800 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
| 3 Neduvathoor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Adithyapuram VFPCK 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.
A spread of ₹3,300 (38.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Machmara APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,044. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,786 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Jun | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Jun | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Machmara APMC on 11 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.