Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,350 per quintal in Kalsi APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,280
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Brinjal about 20.8% below the period average, and just 55.7% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalsi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Kuttoor Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹900 (13.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Brinjal prices at Kalsi APMC ranged between ₹1,080 and ₹3,050, with the average around ₹1,705. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,280 | ₹1,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,470 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,880 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,970 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,970 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,880 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,320 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,280 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,220 | ₹1,080 | ₹1,150 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,380 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,380 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,330 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,450 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,320 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,970 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,050 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,300 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,380 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kalsi APMC reported Brinjal at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.