Here's the 19 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
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.
Right now Brinjal is about 5.8% below the period average — just 23.1% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Tamluk (Medinipur E) 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Villupuram(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.
That ₹1,000 (15.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,247. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.