In the latest market update for 22 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Gandai APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Brinjal is about 30.2% below the period average — just 65.7% 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 Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gandai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹12,960 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹5,960 (85.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Brinjal prices at Gandai APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,719. 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 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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 Brinjal 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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gandai APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 22 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.