As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Islampur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Bitter Gourd yards.
01What Put Islampur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
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.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 15.3% below the period average, and just 55.0% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Islampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
At ₹3,000 (37.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,658. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,450 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Islampur APMC on 18 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.