As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Melaghar 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 25.4% above the period average and just 30.0% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bathubasti Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
That ₹19,250 (334.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,348. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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 headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Melaghar 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.