In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Kosli APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Kosli APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 3.1% below the period average — just 20.0% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (45.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kosli APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,065. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Kosli APMC on 16 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.