In the price report dated 22 Aug 2026, Bitter Gourd was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Bitter Gourd Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
Today's rate is about 10.5% above the period average and just 17.4% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chavakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 5 Kattakada Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Vallikunnam VFPCK Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 9 Pampady Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Kannur Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 11 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 12 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (17.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Bitter Gourd prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Bitter Gourd rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC posted this Bitter Gourd rate on 22 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.