In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 0.2% above the period average — just 9.4% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
At ₹1,500 (20.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹7,239. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Bitter Gourd changed hands at this rate in Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.