Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.6% below the period average and just 50.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aralamoodu Market 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.
The ₹800 (12.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC ranged between ₹260 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,484. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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 day's best Brinjal rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.