Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pomegranate is about 12.0% below the period average — just 23.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 7 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
At ₹3,500 (17.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹22,733. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Pomegranate rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In short, Pomegranate changed hands at this rate in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.