As the 17 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Brinjal was quoted at ₹350 per quintal in Harike APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Brinjal yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹400
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
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.
Today's rate is about 0.0% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Harike APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
That ₹900 (13.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹400, with the average around ₹350. 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 | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 21 Oct | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 19 Oct | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 18 Oct | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 25 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 24 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 17 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 14 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 09 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 06 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
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 headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Harike APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.