Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- 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.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 16.6% below the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Udhagamandalam(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.
A spread of ₹6,500 (36.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,774. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
To sum up, this was the Pomegranate rate at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.