Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Barbigha 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,490
- Lowest Price Today₹3,315
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Arkasheela Mattigulla)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Brinjal is about 14.4% above the period average — just 2.6% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Barbigha 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 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹900 (13.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Barbigha APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹2,971. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,490 | ₹3,315 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,340 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,410 | ₹3,275 | ₹3,330 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,260 | ₹3,310 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,355 | ₹3,230 | ₹3,280 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,210 | ₹3,280 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,360 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,260 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,175 | ₹3,240 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,285 | ₹3,160 | ₹3,220 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,140 | ₹3,220 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,116 | ₹3,210 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,235 | ₹3,105 | ₹3,165 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,145 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,180 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,110 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,150 | ₹3,040 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,165 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,080 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,145 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,080 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,940 | ₹3,015 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,055 | ₹2,930 | ₹2,985 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,010 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,945 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Barbigha APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.