In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Tarantaran APMC. See where this sits in the day's Brinjal range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Brinjal is about 14.0% above the period average, sitting just 3.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Tarantaran 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 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Jagatsinghpur 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Tarantaran APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹2,281. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Tarantaran APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.