Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,550 per quintal in Pune(Khadiki) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Brinjal markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Brinjal is about 0.3% below the period average — just 13.9% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pune(Khadiki) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹1,750 (31.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Brinjal prices at Pune(Khadiki) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,554. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,650 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,550 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Pune(Khadiki) APMC on 18 Oct 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.