Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,320 per quintal in Shekhpura APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,265
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,320
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Arkasheela Mattigulla)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 29.5% above the period average — just 1.8% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹1,750 (31.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Shekhpura APMC ranged between ₹2,525 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹3,336. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,265 | ₹4,320 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,248 | ₹4,320 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,232 | ₹4,310 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,370 | ₹4,212 | ₹4,290 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,320 | ₹4,198 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,310 | ₹4,182 | ₹4,240 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,170 | ₹4,220 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,856 | ₹3,910 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹3,842 | ₹3,920 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,960 | ₹3,806 | ₹3,880 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,776 | ₹3,840 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,810 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,735 | ₹3,820 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,820 | ₹3,705 | ₹3,755 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,690 | ₹3,730 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,840 | ₹3,656 | ₹3,730 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,640 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,760 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,680 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,565 | ₹3,620 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shekhpura APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 18 Oct 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.