Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹350 per quintal in Harike APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹400
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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 0.0% above the period average — just 12.5% 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 Harike 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 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
The ₹1,750 (31.8%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Harike APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹400, with the average around ₹350. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 02 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹400 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 31 Aug | ₹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
Selling Brinjal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Harike APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 18 Oct 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.