In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Pomegranate is about 39.3% below the period average — just 45.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹19,770. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Pomegranate changed hands at this rate in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.