In today's crop-price rundown for 22 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Bitter Gourd markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.9% below the period average, and just 21.4% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chavakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 11 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹1,500 (17.6%), 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 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,664. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
The takeaway: Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 22 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.