Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Brinjal is about 11.8% below the period average — just 42.0% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (47.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Brinjal prices at Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,288. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
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
The headline Brinjal rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.