In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Kalwakurthy APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 27.3% 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 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vaduj APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Pattamundai APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chatta Krushak Bazar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kendrapara APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹950 (14.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Kalwakurthy APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹1,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kalwakurthy APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 17 Aug 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.