Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Pomegranate rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 39.3% below the period average, sitting just 48.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Pomegranate rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹24,500 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Jalalabad APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
At ₹7,000 (40.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹23,500, with the average around ₹19,754. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,500 |
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
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pomegranate stood at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.