Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,325 per quintal in Pandua APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
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₹4,450
- Lowest Price Today₹4,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Brinjal is about 2.6% below the period average, sitting just 24.5% 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 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pandua APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
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.
That ₹1,650 (29.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,725, with the average around ₹4,441. 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 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,325 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,425 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,625 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,425 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,750 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,625 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,325 | ₹4,950 | ₹5,150 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,725 | ₹4,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,650 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,125 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,525 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,725 | ₹5,250 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,950 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,475 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
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 headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Brinjal stood at Pandua APMC on 18 Oct 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.