Reading today's price tape for 15 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Market APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 16.3% above the period average — just 30.8% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vadakkenchery Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹4,300 (52.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,738. 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 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Vadakkenchery Market APMC on 15 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.