In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 9.8% below the period average — just 19.3% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Chengannur Market 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 ₹6,000 (80.0%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,261. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.