In the day's wholesale-price digest for 15 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,950 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 23.5% above the period average, sitting just 25.6% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Vadakkenchery Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
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 ₹4,300 (52.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,816. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,050 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,150 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,150 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Oct 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.