As the 21 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Gulavati APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 23.6% below the period average, and just 48.8% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pandalam Thekkekkara VFPCK Market APMC Leader | ₹10,100 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,850 (22.4%) 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 Gulavati APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,881. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gulavati APMC reported Bitter Gourd at this level on 21 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.