Pulling together the 15 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Kulai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Bitter Gourd, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,800 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 40.1% above the period average, sitting just 2.0% 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
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹9,800 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Chowmanu APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
The ₹3,700 (60.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,997. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kulai APMC led Bitter Gourd on 15 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.