In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Pomegranate yards.
01What Put SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 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.
Today's rate is about 13.9% above the period average and just 18.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 SMY Nagrota Bagwan 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.
That ₹3,500 (17.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pomegranate fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹11,412. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Selling Pomegranate well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.