Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Sep 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹796 per quintal in Katni(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,000
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹796
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
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 7.1% above the period average, sitting just 46.9% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Katni(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Manjeswaram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (28.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Brinjal prices at Katni(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹743. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹796 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹676 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹565 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹978 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹519 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹664 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹913 |
| 07 Sep | ₹800 | ₹500 | ₹636 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹835 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹956 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹556 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹600 | ₹983 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹743 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹714 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹650 |
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 headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Katni(F&V) APMC on 18 Sep 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.