Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pomegranate today.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Pomegranate rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Pomegranate about 8.8% below the period average, and just 23.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,250 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
The ₹6,500 (36.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,581. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Pomegranate today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Pomegranate at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.