With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Balugaon APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
This puts Brinjal about 19.6% below the period average, and just 52.0% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(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.
At ₹1,250 (19.2%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Balugaon APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,986. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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 headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Balugaon APMC on 28 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.