In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Jalore APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 11.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹1,750 (23.3%) 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 Jalore APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,060. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Jalore APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.