Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kottarakkara Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bitter Gourd yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.3% below the period average, and just 15.4% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 14 Jul 2026, so you can see where Kottarakkara Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Kovilnada VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kattakada Market 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.
The ₹7,000 (87.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Kottarakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹5,628. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Bitter Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
The takeaway: Kottarakkara Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 14 Jul 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.