Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,350 per quintal in Barbigha 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,420
- Lowest Price Today₹3,280
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 12.7% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barbigha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Anchal VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹4,300 (53.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,560 and ₹3,420, with the average around ₹2,972. 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 Aug | ₹3,420 | ₹3,280 | ₹3,350 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,320 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,180 | ₹3,240 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,310 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,240 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,140 | ₹3,220 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,265 | ₹3,125 | ₹3,180 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,190 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,160 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,190 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,130 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,195 | ₹3,055 | ₹3,115 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,185 | ₹3,025 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,145 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,110 | ₹2,990 | ₹3,044 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,960 | ₹3,035 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,065 | ₹2,930 | ₹2,990 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,055 | ₹2,915 | ₹2,985 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,025 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,955 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,980 | ₹2,860 | ₹2,915 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Barbigha APMC on 17 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.