In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Kannur Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 19.1% above the period average, and just 20.4% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹5,500 (68.8%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kannur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,700 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹6,551. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Kannur Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.