Based on what the markets reported on 19 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Pomegranate rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Pomegranate is about 28.3% below the period average — just 54.2% 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
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Dharamshala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 10 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
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 ₹9,500 (54.3%) 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 Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹15,346. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Pomegranate, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Pomegranate changed hands at this rate in SMY Dharamshala APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.