As the 18 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
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₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 48.6% above the period average, and just 2.4% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur 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 ₹3,000 (37.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,384. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Kottayam Market APMC on 18 Aug 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.