Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in SMY Bandrol APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Tomato arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Tomato is about 23.7% below the period average — just 55.9% 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
Here's how Tomato rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kadamtala APMC Leader | ₹6,000 |
| 2 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 3 Angul(Atthamallick) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 4 Halahali APMC | ₹4,950 |
| 5 Manubazar APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Birbhum APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 7 Sainthia APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Kanjirappally Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Longleng APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Bolpur APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Bargarh APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (33.3%) 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, Tomato prices at SMY Bandrol APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹1,966. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
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 Tomato 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Tomato changed hands at this rate in SMY Bandrol APMC on 18 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.