Across the reporting yards on 18 Oct 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Bitter Gourd.
01What Put Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.4% above the period average and just 30.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,500 |
| 2 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
The ₹6,250 (86.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹19,500, with the average around ₹12,232. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Bitter Gourd. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.