Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Jul 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 6.6% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 18 Jul 2026, so you can see where Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,250 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹8,000 (97.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,911. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹10,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Bitter Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Jul 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.