Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Shahabad APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Shahabad APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 28.7% below the period average, and just 55.2% 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹8,000 (50.0%) 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 Shahabad APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹16,750, with the average around ₹10,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,350 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,365 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,050 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,056 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,870 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,515 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,730 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,640 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,910 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹7,100 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,945 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,750 | ₹7,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
In a nutshell, Pomegranate was priced at this level in Shahabad APMC on 21 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.