In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
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₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 16.3% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 | ₹20,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 11 SMY Rohroo 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.
A spread of ₹7,000 (40.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,722. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Pomegranate rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.