Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Udumalpettai RM APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Bitter Gourd markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 8.6% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
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.
At ₹5,750 (74.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Udumalpettai RM APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹6,410. 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 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Udumalpettai RM APMC on 17 Oct 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.