Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Manjeswaram Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 29.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹2,700 (34.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Manjeswaram Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,282. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
For Bitter Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Manjeswaram Market APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.