In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,370 per quintal in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,850
- Lowest Price Today₹3,130
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,370
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 61.1% above the period average and just 22.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹1,850 (22.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹950 and ₹4,350, with the average around ₹2,092. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹3,130 | ₹3,370 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,830 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,350 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,820 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,910 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,920 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,960 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,990 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,350 | ₹2,330 | ₹2,810 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,610 | ₹2,130 | ₹2,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,980 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,930 | ₹2,080 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,580 | ₹1,910 | ₹2,030 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,930 | ₹2,010 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹1,910 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,830 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,110 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹1,880 | ₹2,010 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,290 | ₹1,840 | ₹1,970 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,810 | ₹1,930 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,790 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,150 |
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 day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Hoshangabad(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.