As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Athirampuzha Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
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.
This puts Brinjal about 15.8% above the period average, and just 19.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gunpur APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(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.
The ₹1,400 (21.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Athirampuzha Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,971. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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
Before carting Brinjal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Athirampuzha Market APMC on 22 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.