In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 3.8% above the period average, and just 36.4% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (35.7%) 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 Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,373. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ratnagiri (Nachane) APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 14 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.