As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Pomegranate Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 8.4% below the period average and just 12.5% 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
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 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 ₹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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹17,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹19,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Pomegranate yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Pomegranate rate on 20 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.