In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Chathanoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Brinjal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,500 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis4
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.9% above the period average and just 11.3% 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
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chathanoor Market APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Bhawanipatna APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 3 Rayya APMC | ₹1,257 |
| 4 Shadabad APMC | ₹650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
The ₹4,850 (746.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Chathanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,913. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
For Brinjal, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Chathanoor 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.