With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Brinjal was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Egra/contai APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Brinjal yards.
01What's Behind Today's Brinjal Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Today's rate is about 9.2% below the period average and just 31.0% 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
This table ranks Brinjal rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Mayabander Vegetable Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Sivakasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Adilabad (Rythu Bazar) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Egra/contai APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,195. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Brinjal rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Egra/contai APMC posted this Brinjal rate on 24 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.