Pulling together the 20 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Brinjal was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Khatra APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Brinjal yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Khatra APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Round/Long)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Brinjal rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Brinjal is about 1.1% above the period average — just 46.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Jagatsinghpur APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pattamundai APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kendrapara(Marshaghai) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
The ₹1,700 (28.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Brinjal prices at Khatra APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹3,956. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Brinjal changed hands at this rate in Khatra APMC on 20 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.