In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Barasat APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Barasat APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Brinjal is about 7.4% above the period average — just 34.2% 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 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Barasat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Rahama 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.
At ₹1,700 (28.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Brinjal prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹4,657. 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 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Barasat APMC on 20 Oct 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.