In the price report dated 19 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Brinjal arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Brinjal about 37.9% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
That ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,264. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Brinjal yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In a nutshell, Brinjal was priced at this level in Melaghar APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.