From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 19.1% above the period average, sitting just 22.7% 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 19 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Karumaloor VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Ranniangadi Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹2,500 (31.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹7,137. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.