Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Saroornagar,RBZ APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 18.5% above the period average and right at 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 5 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
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 ₹4,700 (61.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Bitter Gourd fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Saroornagar,RBZ APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹3,208. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Bitter Gourd yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Saroornagar,RBZ APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.