Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹800 per quintal in Karera(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Brinjal is about 1.6% below the period average, sitting just 46.7% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bathubasti Vegetable Market APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹19,250 (334.8%) 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 Karera(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹813. 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 | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹900 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹500 | ₹800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Karera(F&V) APMC on 17 Oct 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.