Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹976 per quintal in Ujjain(F&V) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Ujjain(F&V) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,725
- Lowest Price Today₹450
- Average (Modal) Price₹976
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 19.0% above the period average — just 51.8% 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 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (37.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Ujjain(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹375 and ₹2,025, with the average around ₹820. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹1,710 | ₹440 | ₹937 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,725 | ₹450 | ₹976 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹440 | ₹938 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,975 | ₹415 | ₹938 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹430 | ₹968 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,025 | ₹425 | ₹937 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹425 | ₹978 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,975 | ₹430 | ₹928 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹425 | ₹918 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹425 | ₹937 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,975 | ₹430 | ₹951 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹400 | ₹718 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹400 | ₹718 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,525 | ₹375 | ₹734 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹425 | ₹723 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,475 | ₹450 | ₹749 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,450 | ₹440 | ₹719 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,430 | ₹430 | ₹753 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,425 | ₹440 | ₹729 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹425 | ₹749 |
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
For Bitter Gourd, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ujjain(F&V) 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.