Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Brinjal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Brinjal is about 1.2% above the period average, sitting just 23.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Brinjal rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ghatal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Santir Bazar APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Villupuram(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 ₹1,000 (15.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,943. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Brinjal rate at Ghatal APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.