Based on what the markets reported on 23 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 86.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Chennithala VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pandalam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Tarantaran APMC | ₹2,400 |
| 10 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹900 |
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 ₹7,300 (811.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹4,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Cherthala Market APMC led Bitter Gourd on 23 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.