Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 12.5% below the period average — just 45.0% 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 Shimoga 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
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.
That ₹2,700 (34.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,142. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bitter Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shimoga 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.