In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹650 per quintal in Shadabad APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Brinjal today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹700
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
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.
Today's rate is about 16.2% below the period average and just 45.8% 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
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 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Chathanoor Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Rahama APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
The ₹1,100 (19.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Shadabad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹776. 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 | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 19 Oct | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 24 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 23 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 22 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 21 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹600 | ₹500 | ₹550 |
| 17 Sep | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹850 |
| 16 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹700 | ₹600 | ₹650 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Shadabad APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.