In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹11,200 per quintal in Gurdaspur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
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₹11,200
- Lowest Price Today₹11,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
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 12.1% above the period average and just 13.8% 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
This table ranks Pomegranate rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 11 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
At ₹3,500 (17.5%), 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 Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹9,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Pomegranate, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 20 Oct 2026, Pomegranate traded at this rate in Gurdaspur 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.