With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sahnewal APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.9% below the period average and just 15.4% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹3,800 (61.3%) 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 Sahnewal APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹2,243. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
Going to the top Brinjal market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sahnewal APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 16 Oct 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.