Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Pomegranate rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
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.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 4.6% below the period average, sitting just 13.3% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 11 Samana APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
That ₹7,000 (41.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pomegranate fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 4-Day Trend
Over the last 4 days, Pomegranate prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹13,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pomegranate stood at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.