In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Sendhwa(F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Sendhwa(F&V) APMC on Top Today
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₹1,900
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 3.0% below the period average, and just 20.0% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,750 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Sendhwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,650. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Sendhwa(F&V) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.