From today's trading desk on 14 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹550 per quintal in Harike APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹600
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 0.0% above the period average — just 8.3% 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 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Pampady Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,500 (33.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹600, with the average around ₹550. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 11 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 10 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 05 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 04 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 03 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 01 Aug | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 28 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 22 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 20 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
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 headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Harike APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 14 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.