Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Pomegranate was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,200
- Lowest Price Today₹11,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pomegranate is about 4.5% above the period average — just 29.0% 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
Here's how Pomegranate rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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 ₹3,500 (17.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹7,600 and ₹16,900, with the average around ₹11,485. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹13,200 | ₹12,800 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,200 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,200 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,200 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,800 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,700 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,200 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹10,400 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,400 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,300 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sriganganagar (F&V) APMC logged this Pomegranate rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.