In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹700 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Bitter Gourd arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹800
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.5% below the period average and just 30.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Bitter Gourd rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Mukkom Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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 ₹1,500 (20.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹1,000, with the average around ₹749. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹800 | ₹600 | ₹700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹900 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹900 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹900 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹900 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹850 | ₹650 | ₹750 |
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
When picking where to sell Bitter Gourd, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Bitter Gourd traded at this rate in Roorkee APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.