As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Brinjal today.
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₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 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.
This puts Brinjal about 9.8% below the period average, and just 30.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pattamundai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
The ₹1,700 (28.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,101. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Brinjal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Ghatal APMC reported Brinjal at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.