In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Pomegranate about 11.8% below the period average, and just 34.6% 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 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 7 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 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 ₹5,500 (28.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹19,267. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
The day's best Pomegranate rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Pomegranate at this level on 18 Oct 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.