In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Mananthavady Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Bitter Gourd today.
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₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 26.7% above the period average, and just 14.6% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pattazhy North VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(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.
At ₹3,250 (41.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Mananthavady Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,235. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 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 |
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
The takeaway: Mananthavady Market APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 28 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.