As fresh arrivals settled on 27 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Shimoga 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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 11.2% below the period average, and just 45.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (53.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shimoga APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 27 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.