Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Pomegranate was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Pomegranate today.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 16.8% above the period average, sitting just 20.8% 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
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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,500 (17.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹16,261. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
Before carting Pomegranate to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
All told, this is where Pomegranate stood at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 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.