Pulling together the 26 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,525 per quintal in Barbigha APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,610
- Lowest Price Today₹4,435
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Arkasheela Mattigulla)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Brinjal is about 30.8% above the period average, sitting just 1.8% 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
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
At ₹1,600 (25.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,610, with the average around ₹3,459. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹4,610 | ₹4,435 | ₹4,525 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,413 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,398 | ₹4,450 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,380 | ₹4,440 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,365 | ₹4,420 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,345 | ₹4,450 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,480 | ₹4,330 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,440 | ₹4,310 | ₹4,380 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,410 | ₹4,295 | ₹4,350 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,410 | ₹4,280 | ₹4,340 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,263 | ₹4,320 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,245 | ₹4,310 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,232 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,208 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,320 | ₹4,190 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹3,885 | ₹3,940 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹3,870 | ₹3,940 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,833 | ₹3,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,980 | ₹3,818 | ₹3,890 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,785 | ₹3,840 |
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
Going to the top Brinjal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Barbigha APMC on 26 Oct 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.