As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- 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.
Today's rate is about 16.1% above the period average and just 3.4% 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
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (14.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹5,900, with the average around ₹4,909. 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 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Sainthia 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.