As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Ahirora APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Brinjal yards.
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₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Brinjal about 17.4% below the period average, and just 38.5% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 APMC Vaduj APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (31.8%) 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 Ahirora APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,938. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
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
For Brinjal, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ahirora APMC reported Brinjal at this level on 18 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.