In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Pandua APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Bitter Gourd today.
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₹3,175
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Bitter Gourd is about 2.4% below the period average, sitting just 30.2% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Adithyapuram VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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 ₹2,000 (23.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹3,074. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,175 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,125 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,975 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,975 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,125 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,275 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,150 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,925 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,950 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,725 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,625 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,725 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,625 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,725 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,625 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
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 day's best Bitter Gourd rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Bitter Gourd rate at Pandua APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.