With the 13 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,320 per quintal in Kalmeshwar 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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,010
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,320
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
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 63.5% above the period average, and just 22.7% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalmeshwar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
A spread of ₹2,500 (35.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Kalmeshwar APMC ranged between ₹310 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,419. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,010 | ₹2,320 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,035 | ₹2,355 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,020 | ₹2,310 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,535 | ₹2,815 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,565 | ₹2,845 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,840 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,545 | ₹2,865 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,030 | ₹2,350 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,520 | ₹1,810 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,305 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,340 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,350 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,065 | ₹1,345 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,325 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,320 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,025 | ₹1,315 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,030 | ₹1,310 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,320 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,015 | ₹1,325 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Brinjal, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalmeshwar APMC reported Brinjal at this level on 13 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.