Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,380 per quintal in Barbigha 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,490
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,380
- Reporting Mandis11
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 13.3% above the period average, sitting just 3.2% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Harippad Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Shekhpura APMC | ₹3,560 |
| 5 Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 7 Barbigha APMC | ₹3,380 |
| 8 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 9 Kopaganj APMC | ₹2,090 |
| 10 Rayya APMC | ₹1,368 |
| 11 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹6,900 (862.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,560 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹2,982. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,490 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,380 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Barbigha APMC on 19 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.