Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Banki APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Brinjal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Brinjal about 16.2% below the period average, and just 52.9% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 (45.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Brinjal prices at Banki APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹4,772. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Banki APMC on 17 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.