Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹2,940 per quintal in Tikonia 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,950
- Lowest Price Today₹2,920
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,940
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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 16.5% above the period average, sitting just 0.3% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manjeswaram Market APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Khariar Road APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (37.5%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Bitter Gourd prices at Tikonia APMC ranged between ₹1,620 and ₹2,950, with the average around ₹2,524. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,920 | ₹2,940 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,890 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,820 | ₹2,610 | ₹2,720 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹2,620 | ₹2,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,580 | ₹2,540 | ₹2,560 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,660 | ₹2,670 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,570 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,420 | ₹2,460 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,310 | ₹2,320 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,690 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,190 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,460 | ₹2,240 | ₹2,340 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,580 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,830 | ₹2,890 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,550 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,560 | ₹2,510 | ₹2,520 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,780 | ₹2,720 | ₹2,740 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,210 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,170 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,350 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,240 |
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
Selling Bitter Gourd well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Bitter Gourd stood at Tikonia APMC on 18 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.