In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Kamalghat APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 1.0% below the period average and just 10.4% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
At ₹3,800 (61.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Kamalghat APMC ranged between ₹3,300 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹4,342. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Kamalghat APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 16 Oct 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.