In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal was quoted at ₹3,765 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Brinjal Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,850
- Lowest Price Today₹3,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,765
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityBrinjal (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 11.5% above the period average and just 3.5% 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 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Kulai APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Brinjal.
That ₹1,750 (31.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Brinjal fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Brinjal prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹2,550 and ₹3,900, with the average around ₹3,378. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,765 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,760 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,865 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,765 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,765 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,765 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,765 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,675 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,675 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,650 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,650 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,250 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Brinjal, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Brinjal traded at this rate in Asansol APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.