With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 13.2% above the period average and just 8.3% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
At ₹3,500 (17.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Pomegranate matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹19,433. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
Selling Pomegranate well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 16 Oct 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.