Across the reporting yards on 22 Aug 2026, Aralamoodu Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Bitter Gourd board.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 26.1% above the period average, and right at 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 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Aralamoodu Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chavakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 11 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
At ₹1,500 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Aralamoodu Market APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,932. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹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
The headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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: Aralamoodu Market APMC was the market to beat for Bitter Gourd on 22 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.