Turning to the 18 Aug 2026 APMC board, Brinjal was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. See where this sits in the day's Brinjal range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 21.4% above the period average and just 7.7% 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹800 (12.3%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,942. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ghatal 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.