In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Kanchanpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kanchanpur APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Bitter Gourd about 2.1% below the period average, and just 22.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,250 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Puthur VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Thamarakkulam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Venmony VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Piravam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Bitter Gourd.
A spread of ₹3,500 (45.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Kanchanpur APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,340. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
Before carting Bitter Gourd to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kanchanpur APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 16 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.