Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Belacoba APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBitter Gourd (Bitter Gourd)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Bitter Gourd rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Bitter Gourd is about 16.1% above the period average — just 12.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Bitter Gourd rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Belacoba APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kuttoor Market APMC Leader | ₹12,300 |
| 2 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Cheriyanadu VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Melaghar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Anchal VFPCK Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹4,300 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Bitter Gourd prices at Belacoba APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,136. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Bitter Gourd today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Belacoba APMC logged this Bitter Gourd rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.