Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Pomegranate was quoted at ₹7,650 per quintal in Rishikesh APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Pomegranate markets.
01What's Behind Today's Pomegranate Price
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₹10,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Pomegranate is about 7.6% below the period average, sitting just 33.5% 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
The table below lines up Pomegranate rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rishikesh 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 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Pomegranate.
That ₹7,000 (40.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Pomegranate fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Rishikesh APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹8,283. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,550 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Pomegranate, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Pomegranate rate at Rishikesh APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.