With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Brinjal about 37.2% above the period average, and just 3.3% 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Manubazar APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 6 Sirkali(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Damnagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Parassala Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (50.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,227. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Brinjal today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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: Manubazar APMC reported Brinjal at this level on 19 Oct 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.