Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹720 per quintal in Nakodar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Brinjal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹720
- Lowest Price Today₹720
- Average (Modal) Price₹720
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 37.4% below the period average and just 57.6% 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
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,000 (28.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Nakodar APMC ranged between ₹720 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,150. 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 Sep | ₹720 | ₹720 | ₹720 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹750 | ₹750 | ₹750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹850 | ₹850 | ₹850 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹950 | ₹950 | ₹950 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Brinjal yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Nakodar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.