Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Aug 2026, Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 1.9% below the period average — just 22.7% 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
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
That ₹1,000 (13.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹8,666. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Bitter Gourd, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Bitter Gourd found its strongest bid at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.