As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Brinjal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,300 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,600
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Brinjal about 17.4% above the period average, and just 6.4% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,300 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹800 (12.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,800, with the average around ₹6,219. 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 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Selling Brinjal well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Brinjal on 16 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.