With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Pomegranate about 14.6% below the period average, and just 26.8% 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
Here's how Pomegranate rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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 ₹6,500 (36.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹16,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,008. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chokkikulam(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.