Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Damnagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Damnagar APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Brinjal is about 26.0% above the period average — just 40.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Damnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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 ₹800 (12.3%) 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 Damnagar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,381. 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 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Brinjal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Damnagar APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 18 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.