In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,750 per quintal in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
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 1.6% below the period average, and just 22.5% 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 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kuriem VFPCK Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(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.
That ₹3,750 (48.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 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 |
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
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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 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.