In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. See where this sits in the day's Bitter Gourd range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 9.2% below the period average — just 44.0% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(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.
A spread of ₹4,750 (61.3%) 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 ₹3,084. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Shimoga APMC on 31 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.