In the price report dated 24 Aug 2026, Tomato was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Perumbavoor Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Tomato Rate
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityTomato (Tomato)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Tomato rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 18.5% below the period average and just 50.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Tomato rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Perumbavoor Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹3,350 |
| 3 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 4 Kamuthi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,250 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 6 Mayiladuthurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 7 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,750 |
| 9 Asansol APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,650 |
| 11 Durgapur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹2,600 |
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 ₹1,400 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Tomato matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Tomato prices at Perumbavoor Market APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,682. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Tomato yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Perumbavoor Market APMC posted this Tomato rate on 24 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.