From today's trading desk on 23 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Cherthala Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Cherthala Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Brinjal is about 45.1% above the period average — just 2.1% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Cherthala Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Boudh APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
A spread of ₹3,000 (46.2%) 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, Brinjal prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,170. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Brinjal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Cherthala Market APMC on 23 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.