With the 12 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bitter Gourd today.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 18.5% above the period average, and just 30.0% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chowmanu APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Pattazhy North VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹4,500 (56.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,954. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shimoga APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 12 Oct 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.