As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put SMY Palampur APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 26.7% below the period average and just 47.9% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Palampur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,000 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 PMY Bilaspur APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
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 ₹6,000 (33.3%) 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 SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹17,045. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Pomegranate, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Pomegranate traded at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.