In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Ludhiana APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.2% below the period average and just 52.9% 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
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ludhiana APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Ladwa APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹5,000 (27.8%), 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 Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹4,359. 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 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
Going to the top Pomegranate market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Net-net, Ludhiana APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 18 Sep 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.