Here's the 16 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Brinjal was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Ghatal APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 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.
Right now Brinjal is about 7.1% above the period average — just 18.2% 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
Here's how Brinjal rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulai APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Gunpur APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Diglipur Vegetable Market (Subhashgram) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kalyanpur APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Kalyani APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sealdah Koley Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,200 (18.5%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹3,900 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,040. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹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
Before carting Brinjal to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 wrap up, Ghatal APMC logged this Brinjal rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.