Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,440 per quintal in Kopaganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kopaganj APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,460
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,440
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Brinjal is about 1.2% above the period average — just 15.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kopaganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,850 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,150 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Mansa(Manas Veg Yard) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹1,200 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Kopaganj APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹1,423. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹1,460 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,440 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,470 | ₹1,480 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,490 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,399 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,399 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,398 | ₹1,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,440 | ₹1,398 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,398 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,440 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,395 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,395 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,410 | ₹1,390 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,389 | ₹1,390 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,390 | ₹1,386 | ₹1,389 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,390 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,389 | ₹1,390 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,388 | ₹1,390 |
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
Before carting Brinjal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 wrap up, Kopaganj APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 20 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.