With the 25 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Kohima APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Brinjal today.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.4% below the period average and just 16.7% 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 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Boudh APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹2,200 (33.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Brinjal prices at Kohima APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,286. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
Selling Brinjal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kohima APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.