As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹14,250 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Pomegranate arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,500
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.0% below the period average and just 32.1% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Parimpore Srinagar (F&V) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 7 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
A spread of ₹3,000 (15.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹15,156. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Pomegranate, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nadaun APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 15 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.