In the price report dated 19 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Pomegranate markets.
01What Put Kathua (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Pomegranate rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 30.5% above the period average and just 26.0% 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
This table ranks Pomegranate rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 12 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹3,500 (17.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹14,171. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kathua (F&V) APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 19 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.