From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Pomegranate rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 33.2% above the period average, sitting just 54.5% 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 Bhuntar 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 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹5,500 (28.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹7,505. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Selling Pomegranate well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To sum up, this was the Pomegranate rate at SMY Bhuntar 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.