In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Pomogranate)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 3.6% above the period average, sitting just 18.2% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 3 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Vellore RM APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 10 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,750 |
| 11 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (17.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Pomegranate prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹17,372. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
The headline Pomegranate rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Pomegranate stood at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 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.