Looking at how the yards traded on 23 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Sonamura APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Sonamura APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 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.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 12.9% below the period average, sitting just 38.7% 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
This table ranks Bitter Gourd rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kanjangadu Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Piravam Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Thirurrangadi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹1,500 (17.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Bitter Gourd matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Sonamura APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,279. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
The headline Bitter Gourd rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Sonamura APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.