From today's trading desk on 20 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Karanjia APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Brinjal is about 22.8% above the period average, sitting just 7.7% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kulai APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Gopa APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara 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.
The ₹1,000 (14.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Karanjia APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,885. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,020 | ₹4,560 | ₹4,620 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,020 | ₹4,560 | ₹4,620 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,020 | ₹4,560 | ₹4,620 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Brinjal stood at Karanjia APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.