In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹900 per quintal in Maigalganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Maigalganj APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹920
- Lowest Price Today₹880
- Average (Modal) Price₹900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
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.
This puts Brinjal about 22.7% below the period average, and just 34.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Champua APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Jagatsinghpur 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 ₹1,400 (21.5%), 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 ₹880 and ₹1,380, with the average around ₹1,164. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹920 | ₹880 | ₹900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹930 | ₹900 | ₹915 |
| 18 Oct | ₹940 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 17 Oct | ₹940 | ₹900 | ₹920 |
| 16 Oct | ₹950 | ₹910 | ₹930 |
| 15 Oct | ₹960 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 14 Oct | ₹960 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 13 Oct | ₹960 | ₹920 | ₹940 |
| 12 Oct | ₹980 | ₹940 | ₹960 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,030 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,015 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,030 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,015 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,030 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,015 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,040 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,020 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,055 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,030 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,060 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,040 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,080 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,060 |
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
Selling Brinjal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Maigalganj APMC on 21 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.