In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,140 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹1,160
- Lowest Price Today₹1,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,140
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Brinjal is about 10.4% below the period average, sitting just 17.4% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Maigalganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
At ₹800 (12.3%), 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 Maigalganj APMC ranged between ₹1,120 and ₹1,380, with the average around ₹1,273. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,160 | ₹1,120 | ₹1,140 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,195 | ₹1,170 | ₹1,185 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,190 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,170 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,180 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,180 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,190 | ₹1,205 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,220 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,225 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,240 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,220 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,240 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,220 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,225 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,225 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,260 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,240 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,260 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,240 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,260 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,260 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,295 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,275 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,280 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,260 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,280 |
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
All told, this is where Brinjal stood at Maigalganj APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.