In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 21.2% below the period average, and just 27.8% 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
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jalalabad 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 7 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Vellore RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (17.9%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹16,498. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹13,200 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Pomegranate was priced at this level in Jalalabad APMC on 16 Oct 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.