Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Chintamani APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Brinjal is about 5.4% above the period average, sitting just 33.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Boudh APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹800 (12.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Chintamani APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,897. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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 day's best Brinjal rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Chintamani APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.