In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in vadakarapathy Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bitter Gourd yards.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 11.5% below the period average — just 41.7% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (56.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at vadakarapathy Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,953. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, vadakarapathy Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 31 Aug 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.