From today's trading desk on 23 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Kollam Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 2.0% above the period average — just 10.7% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Nutanbazar APMC | ₹9,950 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
The ₹6,000 (70.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kollam Market APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,570. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 19 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kollam Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 23 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.