Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹1,368 per quintal in Rayya APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,368
- Lowest Price Today₹1,368
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,368
- Reporting Mandis7
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 1.8% below the period average — just 3.7% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Kottarakkara Market APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 3 Kosli APMC | ₹2,000 |
| 4 Gurgaon APMC | ₹1,750 |
| 5 Rayya APMC | ₹1,368 |
| 6 Tekari APMC | ₹1,170 |
| 7 Raxaul APMC | ₹1,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹4,900 (445.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹1,368 and ₹1,420, with the average around ₹1,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,368 | ₹1,368 | ₹1,368 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,370 | ₹1,370 | ₹1,370 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,371 | ₹1,371 | ₹1,371 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,370 | ₹1,370 | ₹1,370 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,372 | ₹1,372 | ₹1,372 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,368 | ₹1,368 | ₹1,368 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 | ₹1,375 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,378 | ₹1,378 | ₹1,378 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,381 | ₹1,381 | ₹1,381 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,382 | ₹1,382 | ₹1,382 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,380 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,381 | ₹1,381 | ₹1,381 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,384 | ₹1,384 | ₹1,384 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 | ₹1,385 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rayya 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.