Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Brinjal was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Brinjal yards.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Brinjal is about 37.1% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
A spread of ₹900 (13.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,472. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 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.