In the mandi rate roundup for 22 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Saharsa APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.6% above the period average and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Saharsa APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹12,960 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹5,960 (85.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Brinjal prices at Saharsa APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,523. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
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
For Brinjal, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Saharsa APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 22 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.