Turning to the 14 Aug 2026 APMC board, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Kapadvanj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Today's rate is about 22.1% above the period average and just 25.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 9 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,000 (25.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kapadvanj APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,071. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,875 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,125 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
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
The day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kapadvanj APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 14 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.