Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kolar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bitter Gourd today.
01What Put Kolar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 4.5% below the period average — just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kolar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹2,500 (31.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kolar APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,140. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
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
To wrap up, Kolar APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.