In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 3.1% above the period average, and just 15.0% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹5,750 (74.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Bitter Gourd was priced at this level in Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 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.