With the 15 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in Mukkom Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 8.3% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Chowmanu APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹3,750 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Mukkom Market APMC ranged between ₹5,600 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹6,280. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,600 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mukkom Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 15 Aug 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.