In the latest market update for 18 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in SMY Bandrol APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 32.6% above the period average, sitting just 49.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where SMY Bandrol APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 8 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
That ₹5,500 (28.2%) 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 SMY Bandrol APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹17,700, with the average around ₹6,788. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹15,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹17,700 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
For Pomegranate, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pomegranate rate at SMY Bandrol APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.