In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Brinjal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Brinjal.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 16.7% below the period average and just 33.3% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Munnar Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹5,000 |
| 2 Rayya APMC | ₹1,258 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,742 (297.5%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Brinjal prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,000. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
Going to the top Brinjal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Munnar Market APMC set the pace for Brinjal. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.