In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Kulai APMC stood at the front of the pack for Brinjal, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,700 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Kulai APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Brinjal is about 45.5% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Rahama APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,700 (28.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Brinjal matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Kulai APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Kulai APMC led Brinjal on 20 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.