In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Durg APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
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 13.0% below the period average and just 36.4% 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
Here's how Pomegranate rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹22,800 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Vellore RM APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 12 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (17.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pomegranate fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Durg APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹16,085. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
The day's best Pomegranate rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, Durg APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 21 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.