In the latest market update for 15 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Gandarvakottai(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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 18.0% below the period average, sitting just 35.0% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹3,250 (40.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,930. 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 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.