In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Durg APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Pomegranate markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Pomegranate arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 0.4% above the period average, and just 27.3% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Jalalabad APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Samana APMC | ₹17,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
The ₹7,000 (41.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Durg APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,929. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
Before carting Pomegranate to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Durg APMC reported Pomegranate at this level on 21 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.