In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Gurdaspur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
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₹9,300
- Lowest Price Today₹9,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
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.
Right now Pomegranate is about 8.6% below the period average — just 28.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pomegranate rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,250 |
| 12 Vellore 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 ₹6,500 (36.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹10,175. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹11,300 | ₹11,300 | ₹11,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹11,200 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹11,350 | ₹11,350 | ₹11,350 |
| 23 Oct | ₹11,600 | ₹11,600 | ₹11,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹11,200 | ₹11,200 | ₹11,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pomegranate changed hands at this rate in Gurdaspur APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.