Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹576 per quintal in Dera Baba Nanak APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹576
- Lowest Price Today₹576
- Average (Modal) Price₹576
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
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.
Right now Brinjal is about 16.1% above the period average — just 46.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Balarampuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aralamoodu Market 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.
That ₹800 (12.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Dera Baba Nanak APMC ranged between ₹310 and ₹1,067, with the average around ₹496. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹576 | ₹576 | ₹576 |
| 17 Aug | ₹752 | ₹752 | ₹752 |
| 14 Aug | ₹733 | ₹733 | ₹733 |
| 13 Aug | ₹733 | ₹733 | ₹733 |
| 11 Aug | ₹572 | ₹572 | ₹572 |
| 10 Aug | ₹649 | ₹649 | ₹649 |
| 08 Aug | ₹676 | ₹676 | ₹676 |
| 07 Aug | ₹398 | ₹398 | ₹398 |
| 06 Aug | ₹488 | ₹488 | ₹488 |
| 03 Aug | ₹552 | ₹552 | ₹552 |
| 01 Aug | ₹567 | ₹567 | ₹567 |
| 31 Jul | ₹487 | ₹487 | ₹487 |
| 30 Jul | ₹396 | ₹396 | ₹396 |
| 29 Jul | ₹487 | ₹487 | ₹487 |
| 28 Jul | ₹328 | ₹328 | ₹328 |
| 27 Jul | ₹328 | ₹328 | ₹328 |
| 24 Jul | ₹323 | ₹323 | ₹323 |
| 21 Jul | ₹310 | ₹310 | ₹310 |
| 20 Jul | ₹322 | ₹322 | ₹322 |
| 18 Jul | ₹321 | ₹321 | ₹321 |
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
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
To wrap up, Dera Baba Nanak APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.