In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 19.1% above the period average — just 2.6% 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
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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
That ₹1,500 (19.4%) 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 Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,106. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹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
Going to the top Bitter Gourd market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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, Mananthavady Market APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 18 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.