From today's trading desk on 28 Aug 2026, Pomegranate was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Mechua APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Pomegranate yards.
01What Put Mechua APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,400
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityPomegranate (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 9.3% below the period average, sitting just 19.5% 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 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mechua 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Jalalabad APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,250 |
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 ₹8,250 (50.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Pomegranate prices at Mechua APMC ranged between ₹11,500 and ₹14,900, with the average around ₹13,233. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,400 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹11,600 | ₹12,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹13,600 | ₹11,800 | ₹12,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,100 | ₹12,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,200 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,200 | ₹12,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,200 | ₹12,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,200 | ₹12,800 |
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
For Pomegranate, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
All told, this is where Pomegranate stood at Mechua APMC on 28 Aug 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.