Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Balarampur 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Brinjal is about 28.5% above the period average — just 15.6% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (69.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Going to the top Brinjal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Balarampur 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.